Echoes of
Creation
Eko ’26
Convergence of Culture, Creativity and Contemporary Expression
Categories span painting and drawing, digital art, photography, and sculpture. Participants enjoy flexibility to create mixed media, conceptual art, or experimental forms. Each category highlights originality, technique, and expressive depth.
The competition offers artists a prestigious platform to present their work to respected jurors, collectors, and cultural leaders. Beyond creativity, the event fosters meaningful connections—uniting creators, sponsors, educators, and audiences.
Register to attendEOC Overview
Echoes of Creation (EOC) is a cultural experience designed to explore art as a living force—one that shapes identity, reflects society, and imagines the future.
The program unfolds through workshops, masterclasses, talks, challenges, exhibitions, and community sessions.
- Talks and panels exploring timely themes
- Workshops and masterclasses led by experienced hands
- Showcasing visual, digital, and mixed-media works
- Community and networking spaces
Program Highlights
- Headline masterclasses on contemporary practice
- Curated artist talks and panel conversations
- Special installations and live creative sessions
- Dialogues bridging art, culture, and technology
Schedule Snapshot
Mornings: Talks, masterclasses, and workshops
Afternoons: Exhibitions and interactive sessions
Evenings: Networking and reflections
👉 View Full ScheduleSpeakers, Artists & Mentors
Contributors span visual arts, design, research, technology, and cultural practice, sharing insights, processes, and lived experience.
Judges & Mentors: Providing critical expertise, guidance, and feedback as a core part of the experience.
👉 Meet the ContributorsAwards & Recognition
Outstanding works are recognized through awards, exhibitions, features, and mentorship opportunities.
Community & Networking
Structured networking sessions and informal gatherings build connections that extend beyond the event.
Who Should Attend
- Artists and creatives at all stages
- Students and emerging practitioners
- Curators, collectors, and cultural professionals
- Brands aligned with culture and innovation
Registration & Participation
Flexible options are available for in-person attendance, online participation, and challenge submissions.
👉 Register NowPartners & Sponsors
We welcome partners interested in meaningful visibility, engagement, and long-term collaboration.
👉 Become a Partner
Echoes of Creation Contest Guidelines
The submission guidelines for Echoes of Creation ensure fairness, clarity, and quality across all entries. Artists may submit up to two original works that must be created solely by them and free from copyright issues.
Digital submissions require high-resolution files within specified size limits, while physical works must meet the approved dimensions and display requirements.
Each entry includes a brief artist statement to contextualize the work’s meaning and intention. Once submitted, entries cannot be edited, ensuring integrity throughout the judging process. These guidelines help maintain a consistent standard while allowing creative freedom, ensuring a smooth experience for all competitors…
Read more
Masterclass & Workshops
The Masterclasses and Workshops provide intimate, high-value learning experiences led by renowned artists, educators, and creative industry experts. Each session is designed to strengthen technique, improve conceptual thinking, and expand artistic expression. Participants gain hands-on guidance, personalized feedback, and exposure to new methods and perspectives. Whether exploring color theory, digital painting, photography, sculpture, or conceptual storytelling, attendees leave with refined skills and deeper creative confidence. These sessions also foster collaboration and mentorship, offering rare opportunities to learn from leaders shaping the contemporary art landscape. Every class is crafted to ignite growth, inspire innovation, and elevate artistic practice.
Our workshops and masterclasses offer hands-on learning and deep insight into creative processes. Led by artists, designers, technologists, and cultural practitioners, sessions range from practical skill-building to conceptual exploration.
Each session emphasizes active participation, critical thinking, and real-world application.
Online Challenge
The online challenges invite creators from anywhere on the planet to respond to the event themes with original work. Open to both Amateur and Professional levels, these challenges encourage bold ideas, experimentation, and thoughtful execution.
Creative challenges invite participants to respond to themes through original work. Categories span amateur to professional levels, encouraging experimentation and excellence. Judging emphasizes originality, relevance, and execution, with awards designed to support continued creative growth.
Categories include:
- Visual Art & Illustration
- Digital & AI-assisted Art
- Mixed Media & Conceptual Work
Submissions are evaluated based on originality, relevance to theme, and quality of execution. Selected works receive recognition, exhibition opportunities, and development support.
👉 Submit Your Work
Symposium
The Symposium serves as the intellectual heartbeat of the festival, bringing together leading scholars, cultural critics, and visionary practitioners for deep-dive discussions on the evolution of African art. This year, we move beyond the canvas to examine the intersection of digital sovereignty, heritage preservation, and the future of creative labor.
Through keynote addresses and moderated panels, participants explore how contemporary Afrocentric perspectives are redefining global artistic standards. It is a critical space for dialogue where history meets innovation, providing attendees with a theoretical framework that complements their practical artistic journey.
Art Exhibition
The exhibitions present diverse works from emerging and established creatives, exploring this year’s central themes through varied artistic languages. From physical installations to digital and screen-based works, each piece contributes to a collective narrative of culture in motion.
Exhibition spaces showcase curated works highlighting innovation, craftsmanship, and diverse perspectives. Guests are invited not only to observe, but to reflect—engaging with art that speaks to heritage, contemporary realities, and future possibilities.
Access
- Physical exhibition at Eko Atlantic Hotel
- Selected works available through a virtual gallery