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A Curatorial Platform for Contemporary African and Diasporic Art

Founded in 2011 by Sorella Acosta, the gallery is located in Sitges, a vibrant coastal town just south of Barcelona, celebrated for its rich artistic legacy and cultural dynamism.
OOA GALLERY is dedicated to contemporary African, Afro-American, and Afro-Latin American artists.

Understanding Contemporary African Art

For a comprehensive curatorial overview of the field – including its historical development, key themes, and institutional recognition – we invite you to consult our in-depth guide to contemporary African art.

OOA Insights

Explore OOA Insights – a curatorial perspective on contemporary African art, its institutions, and global market dynamics.

Our Program

We represent both emerging talents and established figures whose work explores identity, heritage, and urgent social narratives.

Each year, the gallery hosts eight curated exhibitions and takes part in four major international art fairs, promoting artists both on-site and online.

We collaborate with a global network of collectors, curators, art advisors, and institutions across Europe, the Americas, and Africa.
Our mission is twofold:
– To offer a unique platform for artists to share their stories and grow their practice.
– To provide specialized advisory services in contemporary African art: collection building, market insights, curatorial support, appraisals, and rare acquisitions.
As part of our international vision, OOA GALLERY works closely with partners in the USA, Germany, the UK, Nigeria, and South Africa.
Whether you're an art lover, a new collector, or a seasoned patron, we invite you to engage with some of the most compelling voices in contemporary African art today.

Discover our exhibitions and art fairs presentations. You may also consult our latest Press features or Contact us to start a conversation.

Beyond Representation: Portraiture, Presence and Self-Definition in Contemporary African Art

June 2026 — Editorial by OOA Gallery

Portraiture has become one of the most visible languages in contemporary African art. At first glance, this visibility may seem easy to understand. The face attracts attention. The body creates immediate recognition. The human figure offers viewers a point of entry into works that may otherwise appear dense, layered or historically charged. Yet the importance of contemporary African portraiture does not lie simply in the fact that it represents people. It lies in what portraiture makes possible.