Appropriately themed “Stargate to Africa,” the 2022 edition of the Chale Wote street art festival in Accra harnessed the power of storytelling and art to reinterpret African folklore into otherworldly experiences.
street art festival in Accra harnessed the power of storytelling and art to reinterpret African folklore into otherworldly experiences. The weeklong festival came to a close this past weekend, showcasing evocative still and motion art installations punctuated by makeshift boxing arenas and spontaneous performances by dancers, drummers, cyclists, skaters, and a flash mob of stylish patrons. This was scored by thundering muskets, brass bands, and hiplife and Afropop music.
A cross between Burning Man, Coachella, and a biennial art exhibition, Chale Wote attracts thousands of ardent fans who wish to experience unconventional art, music, and live performances. The 2022 edition was a return to the in-person format after it went on hiatus in 2020 and showed virtually in 2021. A true pan-African affair, Chale Wote was a rich display of culture from all corners of the continent.
Chale Wote manifests in the most audacious street style, where rules are obsolete. The bright sunny afternoon seemed perfect for color blocking and a feast of edgy African prints. Chunky jewelry, body paint, and tattoos alongside dramatic Afro hairstyles referenced Afropunk from the ’80s. Some kept things simple yet impactful, like an attendee who wore high-waist jeans and a bold striped marinière sweater.
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