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Lately, we've been asking ourselves an important question.

If Vascan is building the home of art in Africa are we truly reflecting that in the way we show up?

Beyond helping creatives build portfolios and discover opportunities, we believe we should also be a place where people come to stay informed about what's happening across the African art ecosystem.

A place to discover opportunities.
A place to learn about galleries and creative spaces.
A place to follow conversations shaping the industry.
A place to celebrate the people and institutions moving African art forward.

That's why you'll start seeing more content like this on our platforms.

Not because it's a trend, but because it's part of the future we're building.

This week's roundup of open calls is just one step in that direction, and it's only the beginning.

Now we'd love to hear from you.

What kind of art and creative industry content would you like to see more of from Vascan?

We're building this platform with the community, and your ideas will help shape what comes next.

#Vascan #AfricanCreatives #CreativeCommunity #OpenCalls #CreativeEconomy #BuildingInPublic #HomeOfArtInAfrica

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Art has a way of revealing the things we often struggle to say out loud.

That's what makes Kelechi Okoronkwo's practice so compelling.

Through figurative abstraction, he explores identity, emotional vulnerability, memory, and the shared experiences that connect us all.

This week, we're proud to feature him as our Cre8ive of the Week.

Swipe to learn more about his work and what inspires it.

#Cre8iveOfTheWeek #VascanForCre8ives #VisualArtist #AfricanArt

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When we launched Vascan for Cre8ives, we made a conscious decision.

We weren't thinking about monetization.

Our focus was simple: help as many creatives as possible document their work professionally, build visibility, and become part of a growing creative ecosystem.

So we made the platform free.

Since then, more than 500+ creatives have joined the community.

We've listened to your feedback, refined the platform, introduced new features, and continued investing in making Vascan better with every update.

As we continue to grow, we've reached a point where sustaining that experience means investing even more into the platform improving performance, building new features, and delivering more value to the creative community.

That's why we're introducing the Vascan for Cre8ives Subscription plan.

The subscription isn't about putting a price on creativity.

It's about ensuring we can continue building a platform that creatives can rely on for years to come.

We've kept the subscription as accessible as possible because our mission hasn't changed.

We're still committed to helping creatives showcase their work, gain visibility, and access more opportunities.

This is simply the next step in that journey.

To every creative who has trusted us so far, thank you.

We're excited for everything we'll continue building together.

If you haven’t signed up yet, click this link now ⏭️ lnkd.in/eDxEaFXQ

#VascanForCre8ives #CreativeCommunity #AfricanCreatives #ProductJourney #BuildingInPublic #CreativeEconomy

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I've signed up... now what? 🤔

It's one of the questions we get asked the most.

If you've just joined Vascan for Cre8ives and you're wondering what to do next, this video walks you through the essentials.

Here's what you'll learn:
✅ Complete your profile
✅ Build your portfolio
✅ Preview your profile the way others will see it
✅ Explore available Open Calls
✅ Get your profile ready for future opportunities

The more complete your profile, the better positioned you'll be when opportunities come your way.

🎥 Watch the video, follow the steps, and start making the most of your Vascan experience.

Have a question? Drop it in the comments or send us a DM—we're happy to help.

#VascanForCre8ives #CreativePortfolio #Artists #AfricanCreatives #CreativeCommunity #OpenCalls #CreativeJourney

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3 weeks ago | [YT] | 2

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Every creative deserves access to opportunities that can move their career forward.

That's why we built the Opportunities feature on Vascan for Cre8ives.

No more endless searching or worrying about missing important opportunities.

From grants and exhibitions to commissions, competitions, and residencies, you can now discover opportunities curated for your creative practice all in one place.

Because your next breakthrough could be just one application away.

🚀 Log in to your Vascan for Cre8ives dashboard and start exploring opportunities today.

Tag a creative who shouldn't miss this.
Happy new week Cre8ives.

#VascanForCre8ives #OpenCalls #CreativeOpportunities #Artists #AfricanCreatives #CreativeCommunity

3 weeks ago | [YT] | 3

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Behind every body of work is a story waiting to be told.

This Friday, we're stepping Inside The Studio with Chinaza Nkemka to explore her creative journey, artistic influences, and the experiences that have shaped her practice as a visual artist.

If you've ever wondered what goes on behind the canvas, this conversation is for you.

📅 Friday, 26th June
⏰ 3PM WAT
📍 Live on Instagram @vascan.io

Save the date. Tell a friend. Join the conversation🎨

#InsideTheStudio #VascanForCre8ives #ArtistSpotlight #ArtistInterview #AfricanCreatives

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Still managing open calls with scattered forms, spreadsheets, and endless email threads?

There's a better way.

With Vascan for Business, galleries and art businesses can now create, publish, and manage open calls directly from their dashboard—all in one place.

No more generic links.
No more switching between multiple tools.
Just a simpler way to manage opportunities and connect with creatives.

Whether you're running an exhibition call, artist residency, commission brief, or competition, Vascan helps you keep everything organized from start to finish.

🚀 Ready to launch your next open call?
Visit vascan.io and get started.

#VascanForBusiness #OpenCalls #ArtBusiness #ArtGallery #CreativeEcosystem #AfricanArt #ArtistOpportunities #GalleryManagement

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500 cre8ives and counting🎉

When we started, we had a vision — a home where African creatives could showcase their work, get discovered, and grow their careers without the noise and the frustration.

Today, over 500 cre8ives call Vascan home and this is just the beginning.

To every artist, photographer, designer, and creative who signed up, shared their work, and trusted us with their journey — this milestone belongs to you.

The community is growing, come be a part of it🧡

Join us at creatives.vascan.io
#VascanForCre8ives #500Creatives #AfricanArt #TheHomeOfArtInAfrica

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Some galleries do more than exhibit art they help shape the future of the creative ecosystem.

This week on Inside the Walls, we're spotlighting Thought Pyramid Art Centre—an institution committed to artist development, community engagement, and the promotion of Nigerian art on a global stage.

Through exhibitions, educational initiatives, and creative programming, Thought Pyramid continues to create spaces where artists can grow, connect, and thrive.

Swipe through to learn more about one of the organizations contributing to the growth of Africa's creative landscape.

#InsideTheWalls #VascanForBusiness #ThoughtPyramidArtCentre #ArtGallery #AfricanArt #CreativeEcosystem #NigerianArt #ArtCommunity

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1 month ago | [YT] | 4

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While you're reading this, another creative may have just joined Vascan. 👀

They're building their portfolio, growing their visibility, and positioning themselves for the next opportunity.

Why get left behind?

Join thousands of creatives building, growing, and getting discovered on Vascan.

🚀 creatives.vascan.io

#Vascan #AfricanArt #Collectors #artcollector #Art #artbusiness #artportfolio #artist #artwork
#VascanforCre8ives #Cre8ives #AfricanArt #NigerianArtists #ArtPortfolio #CreativeEconomy #ArtBusiness #ContemporaryAfricanArt #Vascan #ArtBusiness #GalleryManagement #ArtTech #CreativeEntrepreneur #ArtInventory #AfricanArt

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