My artistic practice centers around uncovering those
histories that were forgotten,erased,or never properly
told.I am particularly drawn to stories that reveal the
identity and achievements of Black people who were also
part of the cutting edge of human evolution,global culture,
and international exchange.These truths may sometimes
appear controversial, but they are necessary.Through my
art,I aim to awaken something within every Black person
who may not know their roots,just as I once did not.
My personal journey of freedom began when I started
researching ancient records and now I tell these stories
with every stroke of my brush.
My current project is called the Black Re-imagine Series. It
is a celebration of the presence and beauty of Black people
in ancient times placing them in historical contexts across
various countries and cultures around the world. This
series highlights how they thrived, stood out in their
strength and elegance, and embodied virtue, resilience,
and dignity. Through detailed portraits and storytelling
scenes, I re-imagine how our ancestors might have lived,
dressed, and contributed to societies far and wide. It is a
reawakening of pride and a restoration of lost images of
power and grace.
I primarily work with oil on canvas, a medium I deeply
appreciate for its flexibility and timeless quality. It allows
me to build layers, textures, and emotional depth in ways
that connect both the past and present. Oil paint gives my
work the richness it needs to carry the weight of these
stories stories that deserve to be told with care and
intensity. The medium helps me translate what I see in
ancient texts, dreams, and research into powerful visual
narratives.
Ultimately, my aim is to create art that inspires and
restores. I want my work to speak directly to the spirit of
those who view it, especially people of African descent. It is
about reclaiming the narrative and offering a new lens
through which we can see ourselves not as footnotes in
history, but as central figures in the story of the world. My
art is a call to remember, to reimagine, and to rise.

My artistic journey began in November 2017, when I discovered my passion for drawing and
began working as a pencil artist. What started as a quiet exploration of line, light, and form soon
evolved into a disciplined pursuit of visual storytelling. Under the mentorship of renowned artist
Kolapo Olorunyemi, I refined my technical skills and began to develop a distinctive creative voice
rooted in observation, emotion, and the spiritual depth of African expression.
In the early years of my practice, I devoted time to studying portraiture and realism through
daily sketches and commissioned works, gradually building the foundation for my professional
career. My first major breakthrough came when I participated in a local exhibition at the
Transcorp Hilton, Abuja, where I sold my very first artwork to the internationally acclaimed actor
David Oyelowo. That moment marked a significant turning point, affirming my path as a
professional artist.
Since then, my career has continued to expand both locally and internationally. I have
showcased my works in several exhibitions and art fairs that connect contemporary African art
with the global community. In 2023, I was selected to participate in The Holy Art Gallery Art Fair
in London, a major highlight that introduced my work to an international audience and
positioned me among emerging artists redefining modern African aesthetics.
That same year, I also exhibited at the Didi Museum in Lagos, Nigeria, one of the country’s
respected spaces for contemporary and cultural expression. My participation in the Spanish Art

Competition sponsored by the Spanish Embassy in Nigeria further strengthened my cross-
cultural engagement as an artist. The exhibition emphasized dialogue through creativity, and my

work reflected themes of unity, tradition, and shared human experience.
In addition to exhibitions, I have been active in educational and developmental art programs. I
had my first Art Masterclass organized by GIZ (Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale
Zusammenarbeit) at the Nike Art Gallery in Abuja, where I was formally awarded for artistic
excellence and participation. This recognition deepened my commitment to continual learning
and artistic innovation.
Currently I am based in Abuja, Nigeria, I continue to evolve as a visual artist, exploring themes
that merge spirituality, identity, and culture. My milestones reflect not just achievements, but a
steady journey of growth, discipline, and dedication to expressing the depth of African creativity
within a modern global context. Each phase of my career has been a lesson in perseverance and
artistic purpose and my vision remains to use art as a bridge between cultural narratives and the
divine inspiration that drives creation.

My current project,Africa in Renaissance is a
painting series that reimagines Africa’s civilization
during the European Renaissance a period
celebrated for artistic and scientific transformation.
The series challenges Eurocentric narratives by
highlighting Africa’s parallel advancements in art,
technology, education, and spirituality.
Through symbolic storytelling, the works explore
great civilizations such as the Benin Kingdom,
renowned for its sophisticated governance and
bronze artistry, and Ancient Egypt, whose
discoveries became bridges between ancient
knowledge and modern thought. Other pieces
celebrate the Oyo Empire’s glassmaking innovations,
Ethiopian Christianity’s deep spiritual heritage, and
Mansa Musa’s historic journey across continents.
The series also honors the University of Timbuktu
(Sankore) as a beacon of African scholarship.
Most importantly,Africa in Renaissance redefines
how history is seen resenting Africa not as a silent
observer, but as a powerful contributor to
humanity’s shared enlightenment.