Bag Factory Artists’ Studios, a cornerstone of South African contemporary art, celebrates its 35th anniversary with a fundraising group exhibition titled 'When We Gather'. The show reunites selected alumni and current artists whose practices have been shaped by the studio, featuring both established figures and emerging practitioners. It will be on view at CIRCA on Jellicoe in Rosebank from 3 June to 4 July 2026.
The exhibition matters because it underscores the enduring influence of one of South Africa’s longest-running artist-led spaces, highlighting how creative networks persist and evolve across generations. More than a retrospective, 'When We Gather' transforms memory into presence, reaffirming the importance of gathering, returning, and remembering in sustaining artistic communities. The milestone also spotlights the Bag Factory’s ongoing role in supporting artists, curators, and writers at every career stage.