A Group Critique Session Hosted by Gaia Ozwyn
Join us at G.A.S. Lagos on April 3rd, 2025, for Young Artist's Salon, a group critique session hosted by current resident Gaia Ozwyn. Having benefited from critique sessions during her time in art school, Gaia understands their value in shaping an artist’s practice. She also recognizes that many emerging artists lack access to structured spaces for honest and constructive feedback. Through this session, she hopes to create an opportunity for dialogue and support, similar to what helped her in the early stages of her career. Inspired by her time in Lagos and the vibrant community of artists she has encountered, she is eager to facilitate a session that fosters open exchange and collective learning.
There are two ways to participate: visual fine artists can apply to have their work critiqued, or they can attend as audience members to engage in the discussion. Four selected artists will have the opportunity to present their work for live critique, receiving feedback from fellow artists and industry experts. The session is designed to encourage artistic development by examining both conceptual and technical aspects of the work, addressing specific challenges, and fostering open discussion. Each artist will introduce their piece before engaging in a structured critique, culminating in a Q&A session for further insights and guidance.
EVENT DETAILS
Date: April 3rd, 2025
Time: 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: 9b, Hakeem Dickson Drive, off TF Kuboye Road, Oniru, Lagos
If you are interested in submitting your work for critique, please provide one to three images of your work along with a brief artist biography.
Deadline: Saturday, 29th March, 2025.
If you do not wish to present work but would still like to attend, we welcome you to join as an audience member. This is a valuable opportunity to observe the critique process, gain insights into artistic development, and take part in meaningful conversations about contemporary art practice.
This event is free, however, only 13 slots are available, so it is essential to RSVP to secure your spot.
About the Facilitator
Gaia Ozwyn
Gaia Ozwyn is a London-based contemporary artist whose unique practice weaves together the tactile and visual contrast between concrete sculpture and painterly technique, to explore themes of loneliness and ‘othering’. Born in 1991 to a Caribbean-British family, Ozwyn's multifaceted identity deeply informs her work, prompting a nuanced exploration of belonging and 'otherness.' Initially pursuing a career in the sciences, Ozwyn received training as a biomedical scientist and later studied Medicine, dedicating several years to serving as a Doctor in the NHS. Ozwyn pivoted to a full-time painting practice and has since completed a painting MA at the Royal College of Art, supported by the Sir Frank Bowling Scholarship. Ozwyn delves into the realm of the imagined and sublime, creating spaces where solitude and belonging coexist, challenging binary perceptions. Her work stands as a dialogue between solidity and transience, engaging the observer in a tactile and contemplative experience.
Gaia's residency is generously supported by the Royal College of Art Association of Black Students, Alumni & Friends (RCA BLK).
