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Samson Akinnire at AMIAF 2025: Transforming Waste into Timeless Art                                The Nigerian Recycling Artist Redefining Sustainability Through Creativity April 29 – May 1, 2025, Lagos, Nigeria The Artmiabo International Art Festival (AMIAF) returns with the groundbreaking theme, ‘The Artconomy,’ celebrating the fusion of art and commerce. Among the distinguished artists showcasing at this year’s festival is Nigerian recycling artist Samson Akinnire, whose innovative installations are reshaping contemporary art and sustainability. Who is Samson Akinnire? Born on June 1, 1986, and based in Lagos, Nigeria, Samson Akinnire has earned international recognition for his ability to transform discarded materials into striking works of art. By harvesting waste such as aluminum, stainless cans, automobile parts, electrical gadgets, and kitchenware, he reimagines trash into intricate sculptures a...

  Sanusi Olatunji at AMIAF 2025: Elevating African Art Through Fabric Collage The Award-Winning Artist Showcasing Innovation in Textile-Based Art                             April 29 – May 1, 2025, Lagos, Nigeria The Artmiabo International Art Festival (AMIAF) is set to return with the dynamic theme, ‘The Artconomy,’ celebrating the intersection of creativity, commerce, and cultural identity. Among the celebrated artists exhibiting this year is Sanusi Olatunji, a master of fabric collage art whose works have captivated audiences across Africa and beyond. Who is Sanusi Olatunji? Born in Ejigbo, Lagos State, Nigeria, Sanusi Olatunji is a distinguished visual artist who earned his degree in art from Yaba College of Technology. His artistic journey took him beyond Nigeria’s borders 13 years ago, where he expanded his career across Africa, refining his craft and building a formidable reputation. His signature ...

Small Body, Big Engine: How Steve Ekpenisi Welds Nigeria’s Cultural Soul into Global Metal Art Masterpieces Discover the remarkable world of Nigerian metal sculptor Steve Ekpenisi, exhibiting at Artmiabo International Art Festival 2025 in Lagos. His figurative and abstract metal art celebrates African heritage with stunning craftsmanship and contemporary relevance. About Steve Ekpenisi – Nigerian Sculptor Extraordinaire Born on August 13, 1978, in Abavo, Delta State, Steve Ekpenisi has transformed his lifelong passion into one of Nigeria’s most compelling sculptural voices. A proud graduate of Federal Polytechnic, Auchi, where he clinched the Overall Best Student Prize with distinction in Sculpture (2008), Steve's mastery lies in figurative, imaginative, and semi-abstract metal sculptures that push creative boundaries. From an early age, his artistic curiosity was evident—often to his parents’ dismay—as he disassembled household gadgets to explore form and structure. Today,...

  AMIAF 2025: An  Art Line-Up Like Never Before! This year, the Artmiabo International Art Festival (AMIAF 2025) brings together a phenomenal lineup of internationally acclaimed artists who are shaping the future of global contemporary art. We are thrilled to welcome: Rika Herbst – South Africa Cliff Kibuuka – Uganda Boubakary Mahamat Bello – Chad Djakou Kassi Natalie – Cameroon Azael Langa – South Africa Zhou Guangzen – Chinese-American Asante Emmanuel – Ghana These exceptional artists will be showcasing powerful works that celebrate diversity, creativity, and innovation at the Artconomy Festival , redefining how we experience and value art worldwide. Don’t miss AMIAF 2025! Theme: Artconomy – Redefining the Global Art Experience Date: 29th April – 1st May Venue: Admiralty Conference Center, Ahmadu Bello Way, Victoria Island, Lagos, Nigeria Secure your spot today! Now  https://tix.africa/discover/amiafestival Thanks to all Our ...

  Jopee Dairo: The Lagos Digital Artist Redefining African Art Through Decolonization and Indigenous Storytelling... @iamjopeedairo is transforming the global art scene through decolonization, black photography, and indigenous storytelling. His bold, digital artworks redefine the African narrative and inspire a new generation of creatives. In the ever-evolving landscape of African contemporary art, one name continues to echo across galleries, digital platforms, and global art conversations Jopee Dairo, a Lagos-based digital visual artist passionately redefining the African narrative through his bold, culturally rooted expressions. His art transcends aesthetics, it’s a movement, a message, and a digital renaissance grounded in indigenous storytelling and decolonization of the African identity. Jopee’s creative process merges black photography, digital motifs, and powerful symbolism to craft stories that challenge perception and ignite conversations across the world. From ...