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Specializing in contemporary Congolese art. Located in Washington, DC.

10/25/2026

This series of works by Congolese artist 🇨🇩 Didier Binyungu draws its inspiration from the artist’s own life experiences; born and raised in Goma, in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), the artist grew up in a place where wars and conflicts have left a lasting mark. Having personally confronted this violence, the artist witnessed firsthand the suffering of those around him—the trauma, the psychological distress, and the profound exhaustion that, for many, eventually extinguishes all hope. In response to this reality, these works serve as a manifesto of resistance. They reveal the human capacity to rise again and to kindle hope in the very heart of chaos. Endurance and resilience are celebrated here as the essential tools for navigating the trials of everyday life.

We are excited to feature this series of works as part of our upcoming exhibition “Fresh Perspectives: New Voices in Contemporary Congolese Art” opening on November 6. See links in bio for additional information.

Didier Binyungu
Congolese, b.2000
Lives and works in Goma, DRC

Amour Maternel
2026
Mixed media
100×100 cm

Point commun
2026
Mixed media
100 x 100 cm

Rénaisance
2026
Mixed media
90×173 cm

Le Chaos 1
2026
Mixed media
85×85 cm

Le Chaos 2
2026
Mixed media
75×85 cm

10/22/2026

Next up in our series showcasing the young artists in our upcoming November, 2026 exhibition is Josué Fikiri from Goma, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC 🇨🇩).

Josué Fikiri is a Congolese painter and co-founder of InGoma Africa whose practice blends abstraction, symbolism, and African cultural influences. Working primarily in acrylic on canvas, he creates textured compositions featuring faceless figures and traditional motifs that explore themes of identity, memory, and cultural heritage. His work examines the dialogue between tradition and modernity, the visible and the invisible, and the complexities of the human experience. Through a deeply personal visual language, Fikiri invites viewers to reflect on identity, authenticity, and inner emotion.

See links in bio for details.

Josue Fikiri
Congolese, b.2002
Lives and works in Goma, DRC

Painting #1
Deux Humains (1/2)
2025
66 x 59 cm

Painting # 2
Deux Humains (2/2)
2025
66 x 59 cm

Painting # 3
Entre de Monde
2025
59 x 72 cm

Painting #4

Renaissance Bleu
2025
Mixed media
50 x 50 cm

Painting #5
Femme-Monde
2025
Mixed media
66 x 127 cm

10/05/2026

In our continuing series highlighting the young artistisc talent from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) 🇨🇩 in our November 2026 exhibition, we feature Shabani Bonela from Lubumbashi, DRC.

Shabani Bonela is a Congolese abstract expressionist painter who developed her practice as a self-taught artist, building a visual language shaped by personal exploration, community exchange, and a deep connection to emotion and intuition. Through movement, texture, spontaneous forms, and symbolic elements, her paintings transform inner experiences into visual expressions. Her work explores emotional well-being, everyday struggles, and human resilience, creating a space for dialogue, healing, and reflection on the complexities of the inner self.

Pre-exhibition sales available at the gallery and online (see links in bio).

Shabani Bonela
Congolese, Born 2003
Lives and works in Lubumbashi, DRC

Resilience
2026
Acrylic on canvas
100 x 100 cm

Rester Assis
2026
Acrylic on canvas
80 x 80 cm

Poids
2026
Acrylic on canvas
90 x 60 cm

Sois
2026
Acrylic on canvas
42 x 60 cm

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09/28/2026

Gallery Article 15 is pleased to introduce Congolese 🇨🇩 artist Jeancy Tanzey, a featured artist in Gallery Article 15’s Young Artists Collective (Collectif A15) November 2026 exhibition.

Jeancy Tanzey’s practice explores the vision of “one world, one people, one nation,” reflecting on humanity’s shared connections and the importance of unity beyond cultural and social divisions. A graduate of the Académie des Beaux-Arts in Kinshasa, DRC he creates vibrant compositions of intertwined lines, organic forms, and symbolic imagery that celebrate cultural diversity and collective harmony. His series “Les mouvements de l’univers” presents dance as a universal language, bringing together rhythms, traditions, and gestures from different cultures as expressions of connection, memory, and shared human experience.

Works available at the gallery and online (see links in bio)

Jeancy Tanzey
Born 2000
Lives and works in Kinshasa, DRC

Painting #1:
La Sinuosité de la Vie Humaine
2024
Acrylic on canvas
110 x 130 cm

Painting #2:
Le Mouvement de l’Univers 5
2026
Acrylic on canvas
100 x 100 cm

09/26/2026

Gallery Article 15 committed to supporting the next generation of artists in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) 🇨🇩through the Collectif A15, an initiative that provides both material support and exposure to the American art market for emerging talent. A key initiative of the Collectif A15 is an annual exhibition of young Congolese artists.

As we prepare for our upcoming November 2026 Collectif A15 exhibition, to be held at the gallery, we take a look back at our previous exhibitions.

We will be posting previews of the November 2026 exhibition over the next weeks.

Learn more about these talented artists at the gallery and online.

09/25/2026

New at Gallery Article 15: Pende Dancers.

Pende dancers from the southwestern region of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) perform at initiation ceremonies, funerals and and other important events wearing elaborate full body costumes made from raffia palm leaves. Some masks represent ancestral spirits, while others are used in ceremonies to celebrate important life events. The dancers’ masks are notable for their large, closely set eyes, reflecting the sun and a sense of all-seeing. Feathers and large red disks can be seen in some of the masks.

These beautiful small statues of Pende dancers are handmade in the DR Congo from raffia palm leaves and wood.

See our selection at the gallery and on our website (link in bio).

09/04/2026

All Night is returning to Georgetown on Saturday, September 12th!

Stop by Gallery Article 15 for an evening of Congolese art and music from 5:30 - 10:30 pm.

Experience the rich rhythms and spirit of Congolese music with live music by Nkumu Katalay and band. View Congo nde Mboka (Congo is the Homeland) and meet Artist JP Kiangu! This solo exhibition by Congolese artist JP Kiangu showcases the DR Congo’s 🇨🇩 rich history and cultural traditions through a series of paintings imbued with color, nostalgia and humor.

PROGRAM SCHEDULE
5:30 -10:30. Open House with artist JP Kiangu.
5:30 to 9pm (two sets): Live music by Nkumu Katalay and band.

07/24/2026

Discover a world filled with an abundance of human activity, vibrancy and endless details through the works of
Congolese 🇨🇩 artist Houston Maludi.

See available works at https://www.artsy.net/partner/gallery-article-15/works?artist_ids%5B0%5D=houston-maludi

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