Field notes.
Studio visits, editorial essays and reflections on collecting contemporary African art, written by Fatym Touré and invited contributors.
Vernissage 28 March 2026
The inaugural exhibition of Maison Touré marked the beginning of a dialogue between artists, collectors and audiences, brought together through fourteen carefully selected works of contemporary African art.
Tenderness, Texture, and the Truth of the Artist
An introduction to the practice of Opa Bathily and the reasons his work forms an important part of Maison Touré's curatorial vision.
The Artist as Builder, the Work as Legacy
A conversation with Kalidou Kassé on artistic legacy, cultural transmission and the enduring responsibility of the artist.
Dakar in Colour, Hope in the Gesture
A visit to Ibou Diagne's studio in Dakar reveals an artist whose expressive palette knife paintings celebrate colour, resilience and the everyday strength of the communities that inspire his work.
Painting Beyond the Surface, in the Light of Sine Saloum
A visit to Vincent Isambourg's studio reveals a practice shaped by light, landscape and memory, where portraiture becomes an invitation to look beyond appearances.
A Gallery Built From Memory, Culture, and Intention
Maison Touré was born from a personal journey and a desire to create a space where contemporary African art is presented with authenticity, care and cultural dialogue.