In the contemporary art management space of Lagos, a quiet renaissance is emerging as a new generation of gallery owners are changing the artistic and economic narratives. Nana Sonoiki, founder of new entrant The Art Pantheon, Lekki, Lagos is one of the new generation gallerists and curators lifting Africa’s art economy.
Its dynamic nature. The way it is interpreted and means different things to different people. Art is life, it is medicine to the soul and body; it is therapeutic.Having so much creativity around me opened my box of interest in so many ways, from appreciating to handling, to making money too! I grew up as a child in the same building as late Chief Oloruntoba, a great artist and performer.
You worked in the commercial art gallery sub-sector under Treasure House & Arthouse Contemporary Ltd for over a decade. And now, you are the proud owner of The Art Pantheon Gallery. What has kept you consistent over the years?