Introduction: A Rare Opportunity for True Visionaries
What if your gallery had introduced the world to Basquiat, El Anatsui, or Julie Mehretu before they became household names? That’s what this moment offers — a unique chance for Ethiopian art gallery collaboration that redefines both legacy and vision.
Right now in Addis Ababa, a quiet movement is growing. Artists are creating masterworks rooted in centuries of Ethiopian history — but alive with bold, contemporary voice. One name stands out: Wendwesen Kebede. His paintings echo with memory, cultural force, and timeless technique. This is not just emerging talent. This is museum-quality art ready for the world stage.
A Port for a New Artistic Renaissance
I’m Dejene Hodes, founder of Adulis Ethiopian Art — a platform named after the ancient Red Sea port that connected Ethiopia to the world over 3,000 years ago. Much like that historic trade hub, we aim to be the modern gateway for Ethiopian art to enter the global conversation — not as novelty, but as legacy.
We are looking for galleries with foresight, courage, and cultural curiosity. This is more than an exhibition — it’s a collaboration. And it begins with those who understand how art can shape, preserve, and challenge our collective memory.
Meet Wendwesen Kebede: A Voice of Ethiopian Mastery
Wendwesen Kebede is a modern-day griot. Through brush, pigment, and texture, he paints the stories of Ethiopia’s spiritual and cultural history. His work has been shown from New York to Colombia — but much of it has yet to be seen.
This is your invitation to debut a body of work that the art world won’t forget.
Why Your Gallery?
Because you:
- Introduce bold new voices to discerning collectors
- Curate exhibitions that provoke thought and dialogue
- Take risks that help define art history, not follow it
Ethiopian art gallery collaboration with Adulis means joining a global renaissance — thoughtfully, intentionally, and at the forefront.
What Collaboration Looks Like
We’re building a sustainable, long-term model with:
- Bi-annual U.S. gallery tours featuring small, dialogue-focused exhibitions
- Curatorial partnerships with art historians, academics, and curators
- Transparent artist representation and storytelling rooted in community
Whether you can host an exhibition, consult on curation, or simply share space in your network — your involvement matters.
Join Us: Be a Part of Ethiopian Art History
Art history remembers the galleries that saw greatness before the world did. This is your chance to be that gallery.
If you’re interested in previewing the full body of Wendwesen’s work or discussing ways we can collaborate, reach out here.
