Events
The Legacy Arts Foundation (LAF) exists to preserve artistic heritage, support emerging creatives, and foster meaningful cultural exchange across generations. Through exhibitions, workshops, mentorship initiatives, partnerships, and public engagements, LAF continues to create spaces where art, scholarship, and legacy intersect.
Below is a curated archive of major events and initiatives undertaken by the Foundation.
The Legacy Arts Foundation (LAF) exists to preserve artistic heritage, support emerging creatives, and foster meaningful cultural exchange across generations. Through exhibitions, workshops, mentorship initiatives, partnerships, and public engagements, LAF continues to create spaces where art, scholarship, and legacy intersect.
Below is a curated archive of major events and initiatives undertaken by the Foundation.
The Legacy Arts Foundation (LAF) exists to preserve artistic heritage, support emerging creatives, and foster meaningful cultural exchange across generations. Through exhibitions, workshops, mentorship initiatives, partnerships, and public engagements, LAF continues to create spaces where art, scholarship, and legacy intersect.
Below is a curated archive of major events and initiatives undertaken by the Foundation.
The Legacy Arts Foundation (LAF) exists to preserve artistic heritage, support emerging creatives, and foster meaningful cultural exchange across generations. Through exhibitions, workshops, mentorship initiatives, partnerships, and public engagements, LAF continues to create spaces where art, scholarship, and legacy intersect.
Below is a curated archive of major events and initiatives undertaken by the Foundation.
GAS Foundation Dinner
2025
GAS Foundation Dinner
2025
GAS Foundation Dinner
2025
The GAS Foundation Dinner brought together artists, patrons, cultural advocates, and members of the creative community for an evening of engagement, reflection, and support for the arts.
The GAS Foundation Dinner brought together artists, patrons, cultural advocates, and members of the creative community for an evening of engagement, reflection, and support for the arts.
The GAS Foundation Dinner brought together artists, patrons, cultural advocates, and members of the creative community for an evening of engagement, reflection, and support for the arts.
Yemisi Shyllon Exhibition
2024
Yemisi Shyllon Exhibition
2024
Yemisi Shyllon Exhibition
2024
“The Yemisi Shyllon Exhibition celebrated the work and creative contributions of artist Yemisi Shyllon through a curated presentation of artworks and artistic exploration."
The exhibition provided audiences with an opportunity to engage deeply with the artist’s work, themes, and creative process. It also served as a platform for dialogue around artistic practice, cultural storytelling, and the role of visual arts in society
“The Yemisi Shyllon Exhibition celebrated the work and creative contributions of artist Yemisi Shyllon through a curated presentation of artworks and artistic exploration."
The exhibition provided audiences with an opportunity to engage deeply with the artist’s work, themes, and creative process. It also served as a platform for dialogue around artistic practice, cultural storytelling, and the role of visual arts in society
“The Yemisi Shyllon Exhibition celebrated the work and creative contributions of artist Yemisi Shyllon through a curated presentation of artworks and artistic exploration."
The exhibition provided audiences with an opportunity to engage deeply with the artist’s work, themes, and creative process. It also served as a platform for dialogue around artistic practice, cultural storytelling, and the role of visual arts in society
Meet the Scholars 2025
2025
Meet the Scholars 2025
2025
Meet the Scholars 2025
2025
“Building on the success of the inaugural edition, Meet the Scholars 2025 expanded the Foundation’s engagement with emerging artists and scholars by deepening conversations around mentorship, artistic growth, and creative sustainability.”
The (September) 2025 edition brought together a new cohort of scholars of the Foundation. The event provided scholars with visibility and an opportunity to present their creative interests while participating in discussions focused on artistic development and the future of the creative industry.
“Building on the success of the inaugural edition, Meet the Scholars 2025 expanded the Foundation’s engagement with emerging artists and scholars by deepening conversations around mentorship, artistic growth, and creative sustainability.”
The (September) 2025 edition brought together a new cohort of scholars of the Foundation. The event provided scholars with visibility and an opportunity to present their creative interests while participating in discussions focused on artistic development and the future of the creative industry.
“Building on the success of the inaugural edition, Meet the Scholars 2025 expanded the Foundation’s engagement with emerging artists and scholars by deepening conversations around mentorship, artistic growth, and creative sustainability.”
The (September) 2025 edition brought together a new cohort of scholars of the Foundation. The event provided scholars with visibility and an opportunity to present their creative interests while participating in discussions focused on artistic development and the future of the creative industry.
Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Signing Ceremony — University of Lagos
2025
Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Signing Ceremony — University of Lagos
2025
Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Signing Ceremony — University of Lagos
2025
“The Legacy Arts Foundation and the University of Lagos formalized a strategic partnership through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), reinforcing a shared commitment to arts education, mentorship, and creative development.”
Held at the University of Lagos, the ceremony represented an important milestone in strengthening collaboration between academic institutions and the creative sector. The partnership was designed to support young artists through educational opportunities, mentorship initiatives, and industry engagement.
“The Legacy Arts Foundation and the University of Lagos formalized a strategic partnership through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), reinforcing a shared commitment to arts education, mentorship, and creative development.”
Held at the University of Lagos, the ceremony represented an important milestone in strengthening collaboration between academic institutions and the creative sector. The partnership was designed to support young artists through educational opportunities, mentorship initiatives, and industry engagement.
“The Legacy Arts Foundation and the University of Lagos formalized a strategic partnership through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), reinforcing a shared commitment to arts education, mentorship, and creative development.”
Held at the University of Lagos, the ceremony represented an important milestone in strengthening collaboration between academic institutions and the creative sector. The partnership was designed to support young artists through educational opportunities, mentorship initiatives, and industry engagement.
Meet the Scholars 2024
2024
Meet the Scholars 2024
2024
Meet the Scholars 2024
2024
“Meet the Scholars 2024 (September) marked one of the Foundation’s earliest public engagements designed to introduce recipients of the LAF scholarship and mentorship initiative to the wider creative community. The event brought together scholars, mentors, artists, educators, patrons, and members of the public for an evening of conversation, inspiration, and artistic exchange."
The event celebrated emerging artistic talent while highlighting the Foundation’s commitment to supporting the next generation of creatives through funding, mentorship, and professional development opportunities. Scholars had the opportunity to share their journeys, creative interests, and aspirations while engaging directly with established professionals in the arts ecosystem.
“Meet the Scholars 2024 (September) marked one of the Foundation’s earliest public engagements designed to introduce recipients of the LAF scholarship and mentorship initiative to the wider creative community. The event brought together scholars, mentors, artists, educators, patrons, and members of the public for an evening of conversation, inspiration, and artistic exchange."
The event celebrated emerging artistic talent while highlighting the Foundation’s commitment to supporting the next generation of creatives through funding, mentorship, and professional development opportunities. Scholars had the opportunity to share their journeys, creative interests, and aspirations while engaging directly with established professionals in the arts ecosystem.
“Meet the Scholars 2024 (September) marked one of the Foundation’s earliest public engagements designed to introduce recipients of the LAF scholarship and mentorship initiative to the wider creative community. The event brought together scholars, mentors, artists, educators, patrons, and members of the public for an evening of conversation, inspiration, and artistic exchange."
The event celebrated emerging artistic talent while highlighting the Foundation’s commitment to supporting the next generation of creatives through funding, mentorship, and professional development opportunities. Scholars had the opportunity to share their journeys, creative interests, and aspirations while engaging directly with established professionals in the arts ecosystem.
LAF BELGIAN PARTNERSHIP
2025
LAF BELGIAN PARTNERSHIP
2025
LAF BELGIAN PARTNERSHIP
2025
“Old Masters Meet Old Masters by New Masters was a unique workshop initiative designed to bridge generations of artistic practice by creating dialogue between established artistic traditions and emerging contemporary voices."
The workshop brought together experienced practitioners, young artists, scholars, and art enthusiasts in a collaborative learning environment. Participants explored artistic techniques, creative philosophies, and the evolving role of art in contemporary society.
“Old Masters Meet Old Masters by New Masters was a unique workshop initiative designed to bridge generations of artistic practice by creating dialogue between established artistic traditions and emerging contemporary voices."
The workshop brought together experienced practitioners, young artists, scholars, and art enthusiasts in a collaborative learning environment. Participants explored artistic techniques, creative philosophies, and the evolving role of art in contemporary society.
“Old Masters Meet Old Masters by New Masters was a unique workshop initiative designed to bridge generations of artistic practice by creating dialogue between established artistic traditions and emerging contemporary voices."
The workshop brought together experienced practitioners, young artists, scholars, and art enthusiasts in a collaborative learning environment. Participants explored artistic techniques, creative philosophies, and the evolving role of art in contemporary society.
