Oghenevwede Efe Okorodudu

Born in Nigeria and raised in the vibrant artistic community of Benin City, I am a self-taught visual artist whose creative journey is deeply rooted in a rich cultural heritage. Growing up surrounded by sculptors, painters, and performing artists, I developed a deep appreciation for both traditional and contemporary artistic practices, drawing inspiration from the diverse visual and cultural landscapes of rural and urban life.

After studying Art Education and Administration at Delta State University, I relocated to the United Kingdom, where I have continued to expand and refine my artistic practice. My work spans a wide range of disciplines, including landscape, portrait, abstract, and figurative painting, as well as sculpture, textile and fashion design, and performance art through dance.

Working intuitively across oil, acrylic, and watercolor, I explore the dynamic relationships between harmony and chaos, light and shadow, and colour and form. Influenced by Expressionism and Abstraction, my practice seeks to move beyond conventional categories, embracing spontaneity, experimentation, and emotional authenticity as essential elements of the creative process.

Each artwork serves as a personal exploration of the human figure, the ...

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2008 I held my first solo exhibition in Benin City at the Oba Akenzua Cultural Centre, by kind invitation of the Oba of Benin.