Shoko Press

Shoko Press Shoko Press is an independent publishing house specialising in print and digital contemporary African art books.

Shoko Press is an independent publisher of art books that capture slices of the exciting contemporary creative arts and social cultures shaping a modern and dynamic Africa. Written and produced in collaboration with some of the continent’s leading creative practitioners and cultural commentators, beautifully presented content in areas such as, art, design, photography, fashion, architecture and li

festyle will take you on a journey to not only discover new narratives that will inspire and enrich, but also ones to cherish and help preserve for future generations.

12/12/2018
The Evolution Of The Headwrap In Africa: It's More Than A Beauty Statement

It seems that no matter where you turn these days a brightly coloured or intricately tied head wrap is sure to catch your eye, so much so the adornment has been bestowed it's own day, National Headwrap Day 20th November! But as this fascinating and insightful article by Zongile Nhlapo illustrates the headwrap is about much more than beauty: http://bit.ly/2QqNZqh

Historically, it was imposed on black women as a badge of enslavement.

17/04/2018
Atelier Fifty Five

Atelier Fifty Five

Calling all textile designers. Nando's is looking for the next Hot Young Designer to create a bespoke range of fabric designs for their global chain of restaurants. Interested? Follow the link to enter by May 10: http://bit.ly/2J1r2lu

10/11/2017
Tips For Creating A Winning Book Proposal And Submitting To Publishers

Thinking of submitting your book to publishers? Read our tips to help you prepare: http://bit.ly/2yFNijo

Whenever we are out and about with our books meeting members of the public one of the top questions we receive is ‘so how do I submit a proposal for my book idea?/how do I get my book published?’. It is said that everyone has a book within them, and for first-timers taking your book

26/10/2017
Atelier Fifty Five

Atelier Fifty Five

The Umkhumbane Museum, in South Africa designed by Choromanski Architects, has won the Grand Prix prize
at the inaugural Africa Architecture Awards: http://bit.ly/2gKnT0U

24/10/2017
Introducing the Shoko Press Creative Careers Section and Directory

Introducing the Shoko Press Creative Careers Section and Directory where you can go to find information, interviews, profiles, inspiration and more to help you start and develop your creative career: http://bit.ly/2ldadwY

Shoko Press Creative Careers Section and Directory is to share and inspire readers on their creative journey by offering dialogue, guidance and resources.

24/10/2017
Quartz Africa Innovators 2017

Check out Africa's trailblazers on the Quartz Africa Innovators 2017 list: http://bit.ly/2i1iNdk

The 2017 Quartz Africa Innovators have been chosen for their groundbreaking work, thought-leading initiatives, and creative approaches to problems.

24/10/2017
Tips For Creating A Winning Book Proposal And Submitting To Publishers

Think of writing a book? Check out our tips for creating a winning book proposal: http://bit.ly/2yFNijo

Whenever we are out and about with our books meeting members of the public one of the top questions we receive is ‘so how do I submit a proposal for my book idea?/how do I get my book published?’. It is said that everyone has a book within them, and for first-timers taking your book

27/07/2017
5 Things to Know About Becoming A Successful Fashion Illustrator

On the blog, Fashion Illustrator Africa cover artist Ohab TBJ Shares his 5 Things to Know About Becoming A Successful Fashion Illustrator - http://bit.ly/2v0vIVn

Fashion illustration as a career option is growing in popularity thanks in part to the images we see being shared on social media, so if you are wondering about how to get started and what it takes to become a successful fashion illustrator we thought who better than to ask than Ohab Tochukwu Bernar...

21/07/2017
Interview With Wanjiku Nyoike-Mugo of The Designers Studio

We caught up with clothing boutique owner, Wanjiku Nyoike-Mugo of The Designers' Studio to discuss; blogging, opening a retail store and what it's like to be your own boss in the creative industries. Read the full interview here: http://bit.ly/2tmcW6G

Running a clothing boutique can be a highly rewarding career path in the fashion industry, that brings with it the responsibility of supporting and promoting the designs of the designers you work with. Giving you a behind the scenes look into what it takes to start up and run a clothing boutique we…

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