Global lounge Presents: Stephen Aifegha's Third World Africa II exhibit at World Village 2024 at Cecil D. Andrus Park September 27 & 28, 2024.
Third World Africa II is a solo painting exhibition of works by Stephen Aifegha, a Boise resident who is originally from Nigeria, Africa. The purpose of the exhibition is to support the development of a unique body of artwork about what it is like to be part of the African diaspora in the United States and then to share the works with local viewers with a collection of art that is denoted with a narrative of paintings depicting people from the third world countries in Africa.
The City of Boise’s Arts & History Grant program funds quality arts, history, and cultural projects that benefit people living in Boise city limits. Since 1997, the city has awarded over 500 grants with a total disbursement of over $2.1 million.
February Artist-in-Residence, Stephen Aifegha, in a co-residency with LED and Surel's Place.Growing up in Lagos, Nigeria, Stephen Aifegha demonstrated a gift for the arts as a child. He attended art galleries, museums and competitions. He eventually realized that to truly pursue his passion he would have to move far away from home. Mr. Aifegha researched international art programs, eventually landing at Idaho State University.
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