Derek Ugochukwu, a name that resonates with creativity, resilience, and cinematic brilliance, has been making waves in the Irish film industry. Born in Port-Harcourt, Nigeria, Ugochukwu’s journey from the banks of the Niger River to the bustling streets of Dublin is nothing short of remarkable. Derek Ugochukwu was raised in an Igbo Catholic family, the third of six children. […]
Ife Olowu: Merging Art and Augmented Reality for Global Recognition
At just 27 years old, visual artist Ife Olowu has carved out a unique niche for himself by seamlessly integrating augmented reality (AR) into his artwork. As the CEO of House of Designs, Olowu’s journey in the realm of art began at a tender age, influenced by his experiences at his parents’ workplace at the Yaba College of Technology. […]
Yinka Ashogbon: Pioneering African Luxury Streetwear
In the bustling streets of Lagos, where vibrant colors, rhythmic beats, and cultural diversity converge, a fashion revolution is underway. At the forefront of this movement stands Yinka Ashogbon, a visionary entrepreneur who has redefined streetwear in Africa through his luxury brand, Ashluxe. Yinka’s journey began as a personal shopper in 2014, fresh out of university. His keen eye […]
The Colored Artist Inserting Africans’ Reality Into American-European Portraiture Unapologetically: Meet Kehinde Wiley
The realism captured in commissioned patraits is often a reflection of both the artist and the subject, telling stories of various elements, attracting the eyes to details that a 1000 words may not be able to express while proportionately bringing to life details of delights to every one that comes across such potraits. For contemporary artists and art lovers, […]
Tayo Fatunla: World Acclaimed Cartoonist
Tayo Fatunla is a British-born Nigerian comic artist, editorial cartoonist, writer, and illustrator. Best-known for his educational comic and cartoon features dealing with African history and society. Born in Wimbledon, England, and got educated in Nigeria where he started cartoon artwork.