Profile
Bill Kouélany is a multidisciplinary artist based in Congo-Brazzaville. She is renowned for her installations, mixed media artworks, and writings that delve into socio-political issues of contemporary African life. Kouélany's work often explores themes of violence, displacement, and the socio-economic challenges faced by her community. Her innovative use of recycled materials and found objects in her art speaks to both ecological concerns and the resilience of the human spirit.Her significant projects include the critically acclaimed "Les Ateliers Sahm," a residency programme for young artists, which she founded to foster artistic growth and collaboration within the Central African region. Kouélany's work has been exhibited internationally, including at the Venice Biennale and the Dakar Biennale, highlighting her as a pivotal figure in the African contemporary art scene.
