Lamu has long been a getaway for artists, dealers, and collectors. Today, the island is increasingly emerging as an alternative to Nairobi’s art ecosystem, as more artists, dealers, and collectors establish roots on the island to live, create, collect, and invest in the arts.

Wole Lagunju (b. 1966 Oshogbo, Nigeria, lives and works in the United States) trained in graphic design at the University of Ife, now Obafemi Awolowo University, Nigeria.

Ayan Muse (b. 1994) is a Somali artist living and working in Toronto. In 2022, she was one of the participants in the Pink Flame, an all-women group show curated by Tewasart Gallery at Village Market, Nairobi.

As we reflect on Women’s Month, Jemima’s work stands as a testament to the power of inclusive storytelling.