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Juried Art Festival 2026

Home "Art, Nature & Culture in Kenya" 12–15 November 2026
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CELEBRATING ART, NATURE & CULTURE IN KENYA

Sawela Lodges — with its conference facilities, exhibition spaces, meeting halls, and expansive outdoor grounds on the shores of Lake Naivasha — provides the perfect backdrop for Kenya's premier juried art event.

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KEY OBJECTIVES

  • Showcase emerging and established artists from Kenya and beyond
  • Create direct market opportunities for participating artists
  • Promote Kenyan and world contemporary art to new audiences
  • Position Naivasha as a leading regional arts destination
  • Attract collectors, galleries, corporates, and international tourists


ELIGIBLE CATEGORIES

  • VISUAL ARTS

    Painting · Drawing · Sculpture · Mixed Media · Photography · Digital Art · Printmaking · Installation · Bead Work

  • APPLIED ARTS

    Ceramics · Textile Art · Jewelry · Wood Art

  • SPECIAL CATEGORIES

    Emerging Artist · Student Artist · East African Artist · Environmental Art



JURY ETHICS POLICY

Members declare all conflicts of interest before review, cannot evaluate their own work, and score anonymously where possible — ensuring a fair and transparent selection process.

A 7-MEMBER EXPERT JURY GUARANTEES CREDIBILITY

  • Senior Curator
  • Museum Representative
  • Art Critic / Scholar
  • Gallery Director
  • Practicing Artist
  • Corporate Art Buyer
  • International Guest Curator

Reserve Your Seat

For 2 Adults

$299$199/ Program

Non-Refundable +$49 taxes & fees

SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

  • Up to 5 high-resolution artworks
  • Biography & Artist statement
  • Portfolio & CV
  • Identification

awesome review from guests

royel guest feedback

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Beautiful stay

Showcase emerging and established artists from Kenya and beyond

Marian I. Carmona

Glorious Hotel

Create direct market opportunities for participating artists

M Jhon Rich

Wonderful Time

The impeccable service and hospitality of your staff made our retreat most enjoyable. We were very impressed by the responsiveness.I will miss the this time forever in royel hotel.

Daliana Bahar

The Sawel Lodges

From the beginning, Sawela Lodge was meant to be a special place removed from the hustle and bustle, a beautiful place of tranquility where our guests live, laugh and love.