Yaknoabasi Jessicah Ene

Ene Yakno-Abasi Jessicah, born in 1998, stands out as an emerging abstract realism artist based in vibrant Lagos, Nigeria. Her artistic journey took root in her early passion for art, propelling her to become one of the distinguished graduates in the Department of Fine Arts at the University of Uyo, where she specialized in Textiles.

Renowned as a textile specialist, Yakno's artistic exploration expanded to painting in 2019, driven by a profound appreciation for the expressive qualities of the medium. Raised in a close-knit family primarily composed of women, her art is a reflection of the deep bonds with her sisters, drawing inspiration from shared experiences, challenges, and treasured memories.

Beyond the canvas, Yakno actively champions feminism and women's empowerment through her work, using art as a powerful tool to inspire women, particularly those in third-world countries facing systemic challenges. Utilizing mixed media and a vibrant color palette, she skillfully crafts stylized characters, seamlessly blending 2D elements with the richness, proximity, gestures, and values of 3D imagery. This approach adds layers of texture and depth, enhancing the expressiveness and perceptual experience of her paintings for all viewers....

University of Uyo
BA, Textiles
2018

2023: ‘Undiscovered ’, curated by Thought Pyramid Art Centre. Lagos , Nigeria

2023: ‘Femme voices , Shapes and Forms’, curated by Nomadic Art Gallery for Bo concept. Kramerville, South Africa .

2023: ‘Intimate Histories ‘, curated by RMB LATITUDES ONLINE FOR CURATOR LAB. Johannesburg , South Africa .

2022: ‘Love Eternally’ curated AMG Projects Gallery . Lagos, Nigeria.

2022 ‘A little bit of everything, all at once’
curated by Aworanka for GAIA Africa Club. Lagos State
Nigeria.

2021 ‘Artist Commune 3.0’. Lagos, Nigeria.

2021 ‘My little light will shine’. Lagos,
Nigeria.

2021 ‘Colours of the uprising’ curated by
Tribes Art Africa. Lagos, Nigeria.

2020 ‘We believe you’. Virtual Exhibition curated by Girl Child Art
Foundation.

2020 Affordable Art sale, iDesign Art VI . Lagos, Nigeria.