Workshop : 16.03.2024, Exam Training B1

Come learn Tips and Tricks for the Goethe-Institut B1 ExaminationAre you moving to Germany permanently?  And have registered to write the upcoming Goethe-Institut Examination?
Join us for an examination strategies, preparation workshop and mock text.  You may join us for an examination training where you can: Learn tips and tricks for the examination Solidify your examination preparation Learn common mistakes to avoid during the examination Have a mock practice to give your prepar

This is an immersive foray interactive design and projection mapping. This two-day workshop is designed to give you a foundational understanding of interactive design using real-time visuals, sensor-based interactions, and the art of projection mapping on 3D surfaces.Femi Fala the brain behind a number of projection and immersive art will dive into the tools and techniques that power interactive installations, live performances, and engaging digital art, and explore how technology can transform

Kedu Lagos on behalf of the Dreaming New Worlds Programme at Goethe-Institut Presents Chronicling Historic Architecture- 19th & 20th Century Architecture by Facades Nigeria.
This talk will be delving into Nigerian architecture in the 19th and 20th centuries; its origin and metamorphosis through the years , concluding with a photo walk chronicling buildings of interest in the former British commercial hub in Lagos Island.The Façade Nigeria is dedicated to celebrating Nigeria’s co

New Media Art after the NFT Boom (Panel Discussion): _Creath, Gazelli Art House, Shutabug_Online and Live stream at exhibition venueJoin us for a live panel discussion on the topic Digital and Contemporary Art after the NFT Boom with Creath, Gazelli Art House and Shutabug. The effects of Blockchain, Cryptocurrency and Web3 on the contemporary and digital art worlds cannot be understated . The past few years highlighted the heights this collaboration could reach with far reaching effects on the f

Join us at the Old Government Printing Press in Lagos forKedu Lagos, an exhibition that bridges art, technology, and cultural heritage. This year's Dreaming New Worlds exhibition showcases posibilities for traditions to evolve in today’s digital world.
With mentorship from Dr. Odun Orimolade and Ade Adekola, and partnerships with Studio Quantum, Imisi 3D, and more, selected artists present thought-provoking installations that challenge how we embody, share, and sustain knowledge.Instalatio

This is an immersive foray interactive design and projection mapping. This two-day workshop is designed to give you a foundational understanding of interactive design using real-time visuals, sensor-based interactions, and the art of projection mapping on 3D surfaces.Femi Fala the brain behind a number of projection and immersive art will dive into the tools and techniques that power interactive installations, live performances, and engaging digital art, and explore how technology can transform

Kedu Lagos on behalf of the Dreaming New Worlds Programme at Goethe-Institut Presents Chronicling Historic Architecture- 19th & 20th Century Architecture by Facades Nigeria.
This talk will be delving into Nigerian architecture in the 19th and 20th centuries; its origin and metamorphosis through the years , concluding with a photo walk chronicling buildings of interest in the former British commercial hub in Lagos Island.The Façade Nigeria is dedicated to celebrating Nigeria’s co

New Media Art after the NFT Boom (Panel Discussion): _Creath, Gazelli Art House, Shutabug_Online and Live stream at exhibition venueJoin us for a live panel discussion on the topic Digital and Contemporary Art after the NFT Boom with Creath, Gazelli Art House and Shutabug. The effects of Blockchain, Cryptocurrency and Web3 on the contemporary and digital art worlds cannot be understated . The past few years highlighted the heights this collaboration could reach with far reaching effects on the f

Dreaming New Worlds concludes its 2nd edition with Kedu Lagos, an exhibition by the Goethe-Institut Nigeria, curated by Chinyere Obieze. The open call back in May of 2024 prompted artists, scientists and creative technologists to pitch project ideas in response to the theme ‘Collective Illusions’. The theme aimed to push creatives to interrogate how embodied traditions manifest in today’s contexts and to explore the forces that sustain their resilience.
With the guidance of thi

Dreaming New Worlds concludes its 2nd edition with Kedu Lagos, an exhibition by the Goethe-Institut Nigeria, curated by Chinyere Obieze. The open call back in May of 2024 prompted artists, scientists and creative technologists to pitch project ideas in response to the theme ‘Collective Illusions’. The theme aimed to push creatives to interrogate how embodied traditions manifest in today’s contexts and to explore the forces that sustain their resilience.With the guidance of this

Bibliophiles Corner is a Goethe-Institut initiative designed to foster a love of literature among Nigerian youth.  By highlighting and supporting vibrant literary communities like book clubs and libraries, we aim to create inclusive spaces where young people can critically engage with Nigerian and international literature. Our goal is to inspire and preserve literature appreciation in the lives of Nigerian youths. Join us for an enlightening afternoon of conversation, connection, and inspir

Dreaming New Worlds concludes its 2nd edition with Kedu Lagos an exhibition by the Goethe-Institut Nigeria, curated by Chinyere Obieze. The open call back in May of 2024 prompted artists, scientists and creative technologists to pitch project ideas in response to the theme ‘Collective Illusions’. The theme aims to push creatives to interrogate how embodied African traditions manifest in today’s contexts and to explore the forces that sustain their resilience.
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Join Women's Group Lagos in collaboration with Goethe-Institut for an engaging book club discussion as part of the Goethe-Institut's Bibliophile Corner. We're excited to welcome author Foluso Agbaje to discuss her beautiful debut novel,The Parlour Wife.The Parlour Wifeis a poignant story about a young Nigerian woman in 1930s Lagos, living with the consequences of a war her country didn't choose.About Bibliophile's Corner:Bibliophiles Corner is a Goethe-Institut initiative designed to foster a lo

Join us for a day full of discussions and insights on skin health and skin tones in Nigeria at the Goethe-Institut Lagos.Have you ever reflected on the way you think about skin and skin tones? Or on how you talk about your own skin? During our Women’s Workshop “Living in Your Own Skin”, we will discuss these topics and many more! Renowned dermatologist Dr. Cole-Adeife @foladermadoc will give you valuable insights on how to care for your skin and answer your skin related questio

Everybody's skin is different. Those differences are not only physical but also manifested in the way we are seen by society. Join us for an exciting panel discussion on skin and skin tones at the Goethe-Institut Lagos. Together with five panellists from the fields of dermatology and the entertainment industry, Marion Grimberg (University of Mainz, Germany) will discuss the current state of skin health and skin-tone-related discrimination in Nigeria.Meet our panelists, the doctors Dr. Folakemi C

Led by two experienced photographers, Rufai Ismaila and Logor Olumuyiwa, this workshop will cover technical aspects and artistic approaches to capturing diverse skin tones. But skin is not only about aesthetics: How skin tones are represented matters. Therefore, we will also discuss how we perceive and think about skin and how photography impacts our view of skin tones. Participants will develop their own photography projects throughout the workshop. After the first workshop day, participants wi

We are hosting an interdisciplinary event on skin tone differentiation and its significance in contemporary Nigeria. Save the date: October 30th, 9am-5:30 pm at the Goethe-Institut Lagos.This platform will bring together scholars from various Nigerian universities and the University of Mainz to foster an in-depth exchange about the role of skin and skin tones in Nigeria's cultures.During this event, we will address several key questions: What role do skin and skin tones play in Nigerian society?

When parenting meets purpose: How has colorism affected the way you raise your children? How do you teach your children to embrace their skin and skin tone? Find out from Beverly Naya and distinguished guests in this screening of a thought-provoking talk show.At this highly anticipated screening event, we will show Beverly Naya’s “Skin Talk” episode on Parenting. She will introduce her "Skin Talk” docuseries in a discussion with Marion Grimberg (Mainz, Germany). "Skin Tal

Led by two experienced photographers, Rufai Ismaila and Logor Olumuyiwa, this workshop will cover technical aspects and artistic approaches to capturing diverse skin tones. But skin is not only about aesthetics: How skin tones are represented matters. Therefore, we will also discuss how we perceive and think about skin and how photography impacts our view of skin tones. Participants will develop their own photography projects throughout the workshop. After the first workshop day, participants wi

For this edition of KDW, Klub der Weisheit we have paired Ayodele Olofintuade & Sons of Ubuntu to explore the theme of community as a catalyst for growth. They will be sharing on the concept: Egbe, of indegenous Yoruba ecosystems against the alternative of house music communities which have bloomed in Lagos.In Yoruba indigenous ecosystems, Olodumare is revered as the supreme being who sustains the fabric of multiple realities and worlds. However, Olodumare works in harmony with other beings,