About the Journal
EGS: Journal of Art Research is a National Art Association Journal that publishes peer reviewed articles biannually. It is an interdisciplinary journal dedicated to advancing knowledge, critical discourse and innovation in the visual arts, design and related fields. Rooted in a commitment to academic excellence and creative exploration, EGS publishes original research articles, reviews, essays, and practice-led studies that engage with both historical and contemporary issues in art. The journal fosters Afrocentric intellectual space for scholars, artists, educators, and practitioners share insights, challenge conventions and contribute to global conversations shaping the future of art and visual culture. The journal welcomes diverse perspectives and methodologies that interrogate aesthetic, theory, technology, cultural identity, education and socio-political dimensions of art. This opportunity is open to emerging researchers or seasoned academics.
Vision And Mission Statement
The Egonwa Guide of Scholars, a visionary platform inspired by Professor Osa D. Egonwa’s groundbreaking theory of Studio Art Practice, was founded by his direct research (MFA, Ph.D Studio, and MA, Ph.D Art History) mentees. The Guild envisions building a new generation of practitioners in Studio Art, Art History and other forms of research in the creative genres that are rooted in African aesthetics and traditions, thereby positively impacting new knowledge systems in the post-modern era. Thus, drawing from the Guild System, EGS fosters mentorship between masters and apprentices within academic settings. Therefore, our mission is to encourage the production, promotion, documentation and critical analyses of artistic processes that champion African-centred art theory.
Article Submission Guidelines
Prospective authors are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the submission guidelines to ensure their manuscripts meet the required standards. Typically, submissions must be original, empirical, and not under consideration elsewhere. The journal expects authors to adhere to ethical research practices, including proper citation and avoidance of plagiarism.
Manuscripts of not more than 5,000 words with an abstract of not more than 250 words, double-spaced, Times New Roman, 12-point font size conforming with the current APA or MLA referencing styles, should be sent as an attachment (Microsoft Word) to the journal email egsjournalofartresearch@gmail.com
Article Publication Charges (APC)
The Publication fee structure is vital for researchers and scholars who wish to publish their articles in EJA. Article Charges (APC) cover the peer-review process, editorial management, typesetting, online article publication and indexing. However, for scholars or authors who reside in Nigeria, Article Publication Charges (APC) is ₦35,000, while Article Publication Charges (APC) for authors from other countries is $50.
Journal Indexing
Published articles in this journal are indexed in Google Scholar, Global Lockss Network and Clockss.
Current Issue
Articles
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THE ROLE OF THE FOUR-SHAFT LOOM IN TRADITIONAL TEXTILES AND CULTURAL HERITAGE
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THE ART OF ALGORITHMS AND ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI) AS TOOLS FOR CREATIVE OBJECTIFICATION IN THE VISUAL ARTS
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PIGMENTS AND PRESERVATION: ENHANCING COLOUR INTENSITY AND DURABILITY ON RAFFIA AS SUPPORT/GROUND IN PAINTING USING EPOXYRESIN
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THE IMPACT OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE ON CONTEMPORARY PAINTING PRACTICES: A FOCUS ON NIGERIAN ARTISTS
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AFRICAN INDIGENOUS ARTISTIC KNOWLEDGE IN THE COMPREHENSION OFCONTEMPORARY ART
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MODIFICATION OF ANCIENT BENIN BRONZE CASTING TECHNIQUE TO ALIGN WITH MODERN TECHNIQUES OF METAL CASTING IN NIGERIAN SCULPTURE PRACTICE
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CEMENT AS SCULPTURAL MEDIUM IN CONTEMPORARY ART PRACTICE:MATERIALITY, TECHNIQUE, AND CONSERVATION
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CONTEXTUALIZING AINA ONABOLU'S ARTISTIC PARADIGM IN THE 21ST CENTURY: A CRITICAL ANALYSIS IN RELATIONSHIP WITH NDIDI EMEFIELE’S NUANCES
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HYBRID IDENTITIES IN STUDIO PRACTICE: TIV–TAMIL CROSS-CULTURAL SYNTHESIS AND THE GLOBAL SOUTH
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INVESTIGATING THE APPLICATION OF AI-GENERATED CONTENT WITH THE EQUATION (E=mc2) IN COMPUTER ANIMATION AND FILM POST-PRODUCTIONS
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“WON FEE GBE EKO DE”: TRADITION, PECULIARITIES AND COSTUME DESIGN OF OBA YESUFU OLOYEDE ASANIKE (1983 -1993)
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PRICING CHALLENGES OF SMALL-SCALE TEXTILE PRODUCERS IN NIGERIA
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PATTERN DRAFTING OF WARP AND WEFT COLOUR ALIGNMENTS DESIGNS,TRANSCRIPTION AND CONVERSION TO WOVEN FABRICS USING A TWO-SHAFT TABLE LOOM
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SYNTHESIS OF DIGITAL ART AND PHOTOGRAPHY FOR ILLUSTRATION:A CASE STUDY OF THE FALSE PROPHET
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DIALOGIC MODERNISM: YORUBA SPIRITUALITY AND THE BLUE AESTHETIC IN YUSUF GRILLO AND PABLO PICASSO
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RETHINKING THE SKULL: FROM RITUAL SYMBOLISM TO SCULPTURAL MATERIALITY IN CONTEMPORARY AFRICAN ART
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YOUTHS AND CREATIVITY IN THE NEXT DECADE: ASABA AS A PARADIGM OF UNESCO CREATIVE CITY
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PRACTICE-LED DOCTORATE ENQUIRY: THE PHILOSOPHICAL CURRENCY FOR ART SCHOLARSHIP IN NIGERIA
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ACHIEVING BALANCE AND RHYTHM IN PAINTING THROUGH THE APPLICATION OF ADIRE ELEKO MOTIFS
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TECHNIQUES AND IMPORTANCE OF CREATIVE PHOTOGRAPHY IN VISUAL COMMUNICATION AND ADVERTISING DESIGN
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CHROMATIC APPROPRIATION IN STUDIO PRACTICES: VISUAL STYLES ANDTECHNIQUES FROM AVIAN INSPIRATION
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THE SEMANTICS OF NELSON EDEWOR’S THE CHILD MUST BE KING
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SULAIMAN DAUDA ISHOLA’S EXPERIMENTAL TECHNIQUES, MEDIUM AND STYLE: A COMPARATIVE STUDY WITH EL ANATSUI, YINKA SHONIBARE AND PEJU ALATISE
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