The third edition of the Colour Cure Exhibition opened on October 24, 2024, at the Art Africa Gallery in Accra, showcasing the transformative power of art under the theme “Find Your Voice.”
The event brought together 21 female artists who used their works to explore themes of resilience, creativity, and empowerment, with a focus on breast cancer awareness and advocacy.
The exhibition, which continues until the end of the year, featured a variety of artistic expressions inspired by personal experiences and emotions. It also provided a platform for health advocacy, offering free breast cancer screenings and discounted ultrasound scans in partnership with Sonotech Ghana, the official medical partner.
H.E. Fortunato Albrinho, Mozambique’s Ambassador to Ghana, attended the event, underscoring its international importance. Speaking at the opening, Dr. Nathan Lee Winans, CEO of Art Africa, emphasized art’s capacity to amplify marginalized voices and foster healing. “Art tells stories that words often fail to capture and provides a medium for healing wounds, both seen and unseen,” he said.
Dr. Kojo Choi, the promoter of Art Africa, reflected on the growth of the Colour Cure initiative, which began three years ago. “This was envisioned as a celebration of women’s voices through art and advocacy, and each year, it reaches more people and inspires greater change,” he said.
Curator Henry Kweku Duah noted the exhibition’s evolution, describing it as “a platform not just for showcasing art but for empowering artists and advocating for a cause.”
The participating artists, led by Bernice Cooper, embraced the theme “Find Your Voice” with evocative works that spoke to their personal journeys. “Art allows us to confront pain and transform it into something beautiful. This exhibition is about resilience and healing,” Cooper said.
Sponsors, including Payswitch Company Limited, Africa Arise, and Hoot, were recognized for their support, which contributed to the success of the event. Proceeds from the exhibition continue to benefit the Breast Cancer Unit at Korle Bu Teaching Hospital, building on donations from previous years.
As visitors explore the exhibition, organizers hope it will inspire conversations about the intersection of art, advocacy, and health while celebrating the creativity and strength of women artists.
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