TELL US ABOUT YOURSELF

I was born in Lagos, Nigeria but i am from Imo state, where my paternal forebears were traditional carvers and masquerade carriers. I obtained a B.A (Hons) from the University of Lagos, Nigeria.

HOW DID YOU DISCOVER YOUR CRAFT?

It just happened, art has always been in the family.

DO YOU HAVE A MENTOR, IF SO WHO?

Yes i do. Not one…lol

WHAT INSPIRES YOUR WORKS?

Life generally…

DESCRIBE YOUR KINDA CONTENTS?

I speak of struggles with menstrual cycles, weight, insomnia, depression and the agony of discovering meaningful diagnosis in the collapsed healthcare system in Nigeria.

PERSONALLY WHICH ASPECT IS DEMANDING; STARTING OR FINISHING A PROJECT?

Every level is demanding, everthing.

HOW DO YOU FEEL YOUR SOCIETY AFFECTS YOUR INDUSTRY?

Things are getting better in the country. People are starting to realize the importance of art.

DO YOU FEEL THERE’S A GOOD SUPPORT ATMOSPHERE IN THE ART INDUSTRY?

I really dont know much about the relationship between other artists, but i have many artists I’m in good terms with.

WHAT’S THE MOST REWARDING PART OF BEING AN ARTIST?

Being able to speak through your paintings and people being able to understand.

ONE THING YOU HOPE TO IMPROVE ON IN YOUR INDUSTRY?

Availability of art supplies…