Pearl Lam (林明珠) meets artist Alimi Adewale and curator Maria Bojan to reflect on forces shaping contemporary art. Their conversation explores how art is produced and interpreted globally. Together, they consider how taste, authenticity, and cross-cultural exchange shape artistic dialogue.
Maria Bojan is a curator and cultural practitioner whose work explores contemporary art and international collaboration. Working across exhibitions and programming, she engages with artists and institutions across Europe, Asia, and Africa. Bojan fosters dialogue around authorship, cultural narratives, and artistic exchange.
Alimi Adewale is a Nigerian contemporary artist whose practice explores urban life, migration, memory, and cultural identity. Working across various media, his work reflects the complexities of globalisation and realities of modern African cities. Adewale has exhibited internationally and is recognised for his socially engaged approach.
