Photography-centric art space fostering connections through contemporary art. Advocating for artists' benefits.
Founded by photographers Sehin Tewabe and Abinet Teshome
Monday—Sunday
2pm—7pm
Gallery opening hour
Current Exhibition
From Tokyo to Addis: A City in Color presents vibrant digital sketches by Japanese artist and architect Yoshiharu Urushizako, exploring the shared everyday rhythms of Japan and Ethiopia.
Exhibition Dates: November 14 – 21, 2026 | 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Opening Reception: November 14, 2026 | 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Frequently asked questions
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If you are interested in exhibiting your work at Artawi Gallery, please follow the steps below:
1. Submit Your Work
Please include a clear photo or digital image of each work you wish to exhibit, along with detailed information about each piece, including:
A written explanation, concept, or story behind the work
Size and materials or medium used
Price range
For photographic works, please also include relevant details such as the photographic process, edition information (if applicable), and print or presentation format.
Please ensure that all works submitted are currently available for exhibition.
2. Artist Statement
Include an artist statement that provides an overview of your artistic practice, ideas, interests, and the concepts that inform your work.
3. Artist Bio
Please provide a short biography introducing yourself and your artistic background.
4. CV
Include your current artist CV, highlighting relevant exhibitions, projects, education, awards, publications, residencies, or other professional experience.
5. Contact Information
Please include your contact information, including:
Social media
Website or online portfolio
Phone number
Email address
Submission
Please compile all of the above information and images into a single PDF and email your submission to:
Your submission will go through a review process by anonymous jurors. The Artawi team will contact you if the gallery decides to exhibit your work.
We welcome submissions across different artistic practices, including photography, painting, sculpture, mixed media, digital art, and other forms of visual art. Please present your work in a way that best communicates your artistic practice and the work you are proposing for exhibition.
Location
Bole brass, K Kare Homes Building. Located directly behind the British International School, in the same building as Yod Abyssinia Cultural Restaurant, Addis Ababa
Contact
artawigallery@gmail.com
+251 929 009 002 |+251913391489

