The management of La Campagne Tropicana Beach Resort is pleased to announce the establishment of the La Campagne Coastal Art Residency, a new creative initiative designed to support, nurture, and promote emerging and established artists from Nigeria, Africa, and across the world.

Set against the breathtaking natural environment of La Campagne Tropicana’s coastal landscape—where the Atlantic Ocean meets lush forests, mangroves, and indigenous cultural heritage—the residency will provide artists with a unique space to create, reflect, experiment, and engage with nature and community.

The La Campagne Coastal Art Residency is conceived as a biannual program that will bring selected artists together for immersive creative retreats lasting several weeks. During the residency, artists will be given accommodation, studio access, and an inspiring environment to develop new work while interacting with fellow creatives, scholars, and cultural practitioners.

Objectives of the Residency

The residency has been established with the following objectives:

1. Nurturing Emerging Talent
   To provide promising young artists with the time, space, mentorship, and resources needed to deepen their practice and develop new artistic expressions.
2. Promoting African Cultural Heritage
   To encourage artistic works that draw inspiration from African traditions, history, folklore, and contemporary realities, thereby strengthening the continent’s cultural voice.
3. Creating a Global Creative Exchange
   To bring together artists from different regions of the world in an environment that fosters dialogue, collaboration, and cross-cultural exchange.
4. Integrating Art, Nature, and Sustainability
   To explore the intersection between creativity and the natural environment by encouraging works that reflect on ecology, sustainability, and humanity’s relationship with nature.
5. Supporting Creative Tourism
   To position La Campagne Tropicana as a leading destination for cultural and creative tourism by integrating art production, exhibitions, and cultural programming into the resort experience.
6. Building a Lasting Cultural Legacy
   To develop a permanent collection of artworks created during the residency, which will gradually form the foundation of a La Campagne Coastal Art Collection celebrating contemporary African creativity.

Program Activities

The residency will feature a range of activities including:
• Studio practice and collaborative projects
• Artist talks and public lectures
• Workshops and mentorship sessions for young artists
• Community engagement programs with local schools and communities
• Exhibitions and open studio presentations
• Documentation and publication of works produced during the residency

At the end of each residency cycle, selected works produced during the program will be exhibited at La Campagne Tropicana and may also be showcased in partner galleries, museums, and cultural institutions.

A Vision for Creative Africa

The La Campagne Coastal Art Residency is part of La Campagne Tropicana’s broader commitment to advancing African culture, creativity, and sustainable tourism.

Speaking on the initiative, the founder of La Campagne Tropicana, Otunba Wanle Akinboboye, noted that:

“Art and culture are powerful expressions of identity and heritage. Through this residency, we are creating a sanctuary where artists can draw inspiration from nature, from our traditions, and from one another, while contributing to a vibrant cultural ecosystem for Africa and the world.”

Further details on the application process, residency schedule, and participating artists will be announced in the coming weeks.