1948
Founded
75+
Years of Art
1440+
Works Collected
Studio access.
Mentorship. Professional growth.
The Artist Development Programme supports Namibian Artists to create bold new work, strengthen their practice, and navigate the business of art. From the studio to the exhibition space, the programme helps shape the future of Contemporary Art in Namibia through learning, experimentation, and visibility.
ADP
Artist Development Programme
A paid professional development opportunity for Namibian creatives.
LAUNCHING 1 JULY 2026
Featured
Exhibition
Discover the stories, artists, and ideas shaping Namibia's visual culture. Through exhibitions drawn from the AAHT Collection and contemporary artistic practice, the Namibian Arts Association offers fresh perspectives on our shared heritage and creative future. Visit our gallery, explore current exhibitions, and engage with art that matters.
Mixed Media, African art, Digital Art
Vetutekule Shikongo
Vetutekule is a Namibian digital and mixed media artist whose work explores Namibian identity, culture, and social realities. Through contemporary African visual storytelling, the work combines portraiture, symbolism and linework to reflect heritage, inequality and collective memory.
Painting, African art, Digital Art
Samuel Nangolo
I am a visual artist skilled in acrylics painting and graphite sketches. My primary focus is in African/Namibian themes art.
Painting, Mixed Media, Digital Art
Katherine Hunter
Katherine Hunter received her BA degree in Visual Communication (Illustration) from the Stellenbosch Academy of Design and Photography
Art does not end on the gallery wall. From exhibition openings and artist talks to workshops and public programmes, our events create opportunities for dialogue, learning, and connection. Discover what's coming up and join the conversation.
Choose Your
Level of Engagement
Membership Tiers
“Standard”
BEST VALUE
N$ 450
For established artists
☑ Physical Membership Card
☑ Access to NAA Library and
Archives
☑ 10% supply discounts
☑ NAA Merchandise
☑ 50% exhibition entry discount (if
applicable)
☑ Priority access to regional
workshops
☑ Profile in the Digital Artist
Directory
☑ Voting rights at the AGM
“The Heritage Circle”
PREMIUM PRODUCT
N$ 10,000
For esteemed supporters and art lovers
☑ Physical Membership Card
☑ Section 21 Donation Certificate
from NAA
☑ 48-hour priority access to gallery exhibitions
☑ 10% purchase discount
☑ Recognition on the Founders &
Patrons Wall
☑ Annual art valuation
☑ Opportunity to exhibit worksfrom private collections
☑ Voting rights at the AGM
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