NIGERIAN ARTISTS AND THEIR CONTRIBUTIONS

NIGERIAN ARTISTS AND THEIR CONTRIBUTIONS 

Pioneers of Nigerian Art

- Aina Onabolu (1882-1963): A pioneer of modern Nigerian art, known for introducing Western-style art education.

-Ben Enwonwu (1917-1994): A renowned sculptor and painter, celebrated for his works that blend traditional and modern styles. His father was a carver and Ben leamt how to carve from him.

- Bruce Onobrakpeya

(1932-present): A celebrated artist known for his experimentation with various mediums, including printmaking and sculpture.

Other notable artists

- Yusuf Grillo (1934-2021): A prominent artist known for his vibrant paintings and exploration of Yoruba culture.

- Uche Okeke (1933-2016): A pioneering artist and art educator who played a significant role in shaping modern Nigerian art.

- Akinola Lasekan (1916-1974): A talented artist known for his watercolors and exploration of Yoruba culture.

Women in Nigerian Art

- *Mrs. Clara Etsu Ngbodage: A notable artist who has made significant contributions to Nigerian art.

- Madam Ladi Kwali (1925-1984) A celebrated potter who popularized traditional Nigerian pottery and was recognized for her contributions to art and culture.

ARTS AND THEIR LOCATIONS

Ben Enwonwu

-Anyanwu (Awakening) bronze Work situated at National museum,

Lagos.

-Risen Christ: Chapel

of Resurrection University of lbadan, was done on wood.

-Sango: NEPA building Lagos. Bronze

- Queen Elizabeth-Bronze:

-Dr. Nnamdi Azikilue.

His paintings include the

following:

1. Africa dances.

2. Abogho muo.

3. Black is beautiful

4. Olokun

5. Negritude

Yusuf Grillo

His worlk include:

a. Suitan Bello (mural)

b. Mother and child

C. Moslen woman

Location is National Galleryallery of Modern Art, Lagos

Bruce Onobrakpeya

His works are:

a. Boal Regatta (printing)

b. Builders at work (etching)

C Threshold of the

church resurrecion

Location is National Galleryallery of Modern Art, Lagos

Akinola Lasekan

His works are

a. Market scene

b. Nigeria constable under colonial rule

Location is National Galleryallery of Modern Art, Lagos

GENERATION OF

INCOME THROUGH

CONTEMNPORARY ART

i. Through Direct Sale. An

artist can sell his/her work by him/her self.

ii. Through On-Line Business. Works of art can be soldon-line, through e-business,online sales.

and Licensing

ii. Through Merchandising. This case involves when you mandate people to reproduce your Works and selI. When this power of reproduction is given, it becomes licensing etc