A Black History of Art Presents: A Shared Gaze
Conversations with Black contemporary artists from across the globe hosted by Alayo Akinkugbe, the creator of the instagram platform A Black History of Art.
A Black History of Art Presents: A Shared Gaze
Victor Ehikhamenor
A conversation with Victor Ehikhamenor. Victor is a multidisciplinary artist based in Nigeria; his practice encompasses painting, installation, writing and unique forms of mark making, such as perforation. On the occasion of his solo exhibition ‘The Enigma of Time Remembered’ at Maruani Mercier gallery in Brussels in 2024, Victor and Alayo discuss his life and practice.
Victor shares how his upbringing in Edo State, surrounded by rich cultural traditions of art-making, has influenced his work. From the sacred wall paintings by women born in his hometown, to his series of perforated drawings and innovative use of materials like rosaries, Victor's work explores the duality of external projections and internal beliefs. Victor and Alayo also discuss his philanthropic efforts through the organisation Angels and Muse, and the diverse influences that shape his work, which include Nigerian Modernist artists and the writings of Ben Okri.
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Victor: @victorsozaboy