Miniature Art fair 2021

STEPHEN OJISUA

STEPHEN OJISUA is a graduate who studied Painting at Auchi
Polytechnic, Auchi, Edo state. He grew up at Delta State and
moved for higher degree at Auchi where he gathered ideas of
painting from Mr Kent Onah as his mentor. He is currently
practicing as a painter in Ogun state and his works focuses on
human emotions which he accomplishes through exaggeration
and vivid application of grey colours. He is inspired by the
situations and imperfections of people, he has participated in
LIMCAF and other exhibitions in Nigeria.

THE MODEL
Watercolour on Paper
20 x 28 cm (8 x 11 in)
2021

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STEVE EKPENISI NGBADAN
Mild Steel Strips
STEVE EKPENISI (b. 1978) is from Delta State, Nigeria. His 28 x 41 x 36 cm (11 x 16 x 14 in)
sculptures in all forms of the metal medium have
evolved with regard to the socio-economic determining 2021
factors because we live in an ever-changing society. His
works have maintained constant perfect craftsmanship
which emits power, strength, and wealth. One of his
greatest inspirations is his stature, as he is fondly called
small body big engine. He creates extraordinary
sculpture that does not equate with his body size,
thereby proving that we can do anything when we
actually determine to. Over the years, he has taken metal
as his medium of expression. He meticulously works
with discarded metal plates, rods, stainless steel, mild
steel, scrap metal, and disposed cans. His sculpture is
usually life-size or larger than life in figurative,
imaginative, animal, and semi-abstract. His creations are
of global contemporary standards. Watching Steve
work in his studio is a delightful theatre. He wrestles with
metal, cuts, bends, and weaves metal into artistic
precision. It is evident he derives the utmost satisfaction
when the creative drama progresses.

TAIWO AWOYEMI TAIWO OWOYEMI is a multidisciplinary visual artist, academically trained
as an artist at the Obafemi Awolowo University, and University of Benin in
UNTITLED the year 2006 B.ED and 2015 MFA, respectively. He observed the
Etching phenomenon of the large digestive system of his society that constantly
13 x 20 cm (5 x 8 in) reject used materials. He leaned over it and investigate into various options
2019 of these perceived junks as alternative material in creating his art and
discovered the splendor in discarded aluminum soda cans which comes
in different colours and shades. With his constant romance with this
material, he attained a new formal technique, “Repousee Assemblage
Sculpture” (RAS), possibilities and audacity of artistic posturing. Apart from
his media exploration, his works remains the reflection of his conscious
concern on human choices in relation to psychological and social affairs.
Taiwo had three solo exhibitions to his credit, the most recent was titled
“One Man’s Junk”, held at the Didi Museum, Lagos, Nigeria in May 2021.
Taiwo has featured in several workshops and group exhibitions.

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TEMILOLU ADEYEMI

TEMILOLU ADEYEMI, born in Lagos, but an indigene of Ijebu in Ogun
state. He studied art at the University of Lagos, he did his industrial
attachment at the Triad studio, Obalende. He approaches every
canvas with an open mind. Temilolu believes the usage of black in
his paintings depicts the strength of the mind. His aim is to create
awareness that makes his audience appreciate the beauty of the
black strength in his paintings.

PURPLE HIBISCUS
Acrylic on Canvas

25.4 x 20 cm (10 x 8 in)
2021

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THE MILLER BROTHERS

THE MILLER BROTHERS are twins ( B 1995) self taught artist . They get
their inspiration from imagination from a world that is turned upside
down. Frequently they share ideas and work on pieces together
which they are most known for . The Miller brothers enjoy using
acrylics but sometimes work with oil and other mediums Harry sees
art as a way to bringing his colourful imagination to life and Harrison
sees painting as a method of creating his own reality.

AMICABILISS
Acrylic on Canvas
25.4 x 20 cm (10 x 8 in)
2021

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TIAMIU AZEEZ

TIAMIU AZEEZ is a full time studio artist. He attended M.Y Computer Training
Institute for a certificate course in Graphics Design and Desktop Publishing. He also
attended Lagos State Polytechnic for a Higher National Diploma in Art and
Industrial Design. He later proceeded to the Obafemi Awolowo University for a
professional qualification in Project Management. Azeez had his internship at the
Universal Studios of Art, National Arts Theatre, Iganmu, Lagos, after which he was
appointed a visiting instructor at Skills Acquisition Entrepreneurship
Development(SAED) Center, Ondo State. Azeez has also participated in several art
exhibitions across Nigeria, such as: Ota Art Fair, Lagos Art Expo, Oreze V The Kings
Crown Onitsha, I Can Draw Africa Art Show, Abuja, and Diversion-a 9-man Standing.
He also participated in Art For Development, Action Aid , Abuja. Azeez has also
worked on several mural projects across Nigeria, namely: National Stadium Bridge.
Wale Adenuga Production, (PEFTI), Nigerian Navy Among others, He is a member of
Society of Nigerian Artists .

MAKOKO
Acrylic on Canvas
25 x 51 cm (10 x 20 in)

2021

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TONY IKHIDE EVBODAGHE

TONY IKHIDE EVBODAGHE is a graduate of Federal Polytechnic
Auchi(Class of '91) 'Etoni' which is the Acronym of my Names and
what I sign on my Art pieces. He is a fine Artist, a Sculpture major and
a Painter. Tony is highly creative, innovative and enthusiastically
searching for new concepts and ideas to meet up with the
challenges of today. He works with Metals, Fibre Glass and wood. He
has participated in several shows, exhibitions and workshops,
Exhibitions in Nigeria and outside our shores with quite a number of
commissioned pieces to my name.
A member of Golan heights renaissance group - G.H.R.

HEROINES SERIES
Fibre Glass
8 x 22 cm (3 x 8.6 in)
2021

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UBA FAITH

UBA FAITH EKEMERO (b. 91, Delta State), is an artist who works
with drawings, paintings and photography. She graduated 2012
from the University of Benin where she obtained her B. A. with a
major in Art History. She currently works as a Gallery Manager in a
well known Gallery in Lagos. She exhibited in the first and second
edition of the Miniature art fair in Lagos. Her prints, paintings and
drawings are basically the study of nature's aesthetic. She lives
and works in Lagos, Nigeria.

UNTITLED
Acrylic on Canvas
25 x 20 cm (10 x 8 in)

2021

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UFUOMA EVUARHERHE

UFUOMA EVUARHERHE ( b.1969) graduated from YABA COLLEGE
OF TECHNOLOGY (1987-1993) with OND and HND respectively and
Bachelors of Fine Art from the UNIVERSITY OF BENIN (1997-1999)
specialising in Painting. He has to his professional credit many local
and international group exhibitions between (1991- till date).His
works can be found in notable private and public establishments
in Nigeria, Denmark, UK, USA and South Africa to mention but a
few. Ufuoma is a full-time studio artist who lives and works in Ogun
state. Artist Statement: Painting for me, is an intuitive personal
feeling that must satisfy my intent to convey beauty, however
obvious or subtle, whilst pushing the boundaries of realities rather
than merely depicting it.

UNTITLED
Acrylic on Canvas
25 x 31 cm (10 x 12 in)
2021

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UGONMA CHIBUZO BEAUTY OF THE PEOPLE
Mixed Media on Card
UGONMA CHIBUZO does majorly conceptual works,
while exploring and forming a bridge between 24 x 25 cm (9. 6 x 10 in)
representational painting and textile design. 2020
Despite the variety in her kind of works, these different
genres are connected through her colour schemes
and painting style. Colour to her is a major form of
expression and self-definition. Most of Ugonma’s
works are brightly coloured which have an attractive
effect and unfold the richness of her works. She also
uses colours to enhance emotions and feelings.
Presently, Ugonma is interested in and exploring the
use of symbols, patterns and colour combinations in
her representational paintings to accentuate their
significance and deepen meaning. She currently
incorporates adinkra, uli and nsibidi symbols, as well
as various multicultural patterns in her artworks.
Colour is a major form of expression in Ugonma’s
works and a source of inspiration for her.

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UBABIKE VICTOR CHUKWUDI UBABIKE VICTOR CHUKWUDI (b. 1982) was
UNTITLED born in Auchi, Edo State.
Acrylic on Canvas He graduated from the School of Art and
25 x 30 cm (10 x 12 in) Design, Auchi Polytechnic, Auchi, Edo State,
2021 with a National Diploma (OND) in General Art
and a Higher National Diploma (HND) in
painting, from 2003 to 2007. Ubabike is a
prolific painter who sees and draws inspiration
from domestic settings and daily events. He
employs the use of palette knife technique to
create colourful figurative artworks; in abstract
impressionism. He is a member of the Society
of Nigerian Artists (SNA), Lagos Chapter. Victor
is a full-time studio artist, who has participated
in several exhibitions.

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YAKUBU ABDULKAREEM

YAKUBU ABDULKAREEM was born in 1996 and hails from Edo state,
Nigeria. He later went to Auchi Polytechnic, Auchi Edo state, where he
got his National Diploma (OND) in General Yakubu went further to study
Painting in the prestigious Yaba College of Technology, graduating with
a Higher National Diploma (HND) in 2020. Yakubu works with several
mediums and approaches to express his passion for human anatomy
and lifestyle.

UNTITLED
Acrylic on Canvas
30 x 25 cm (12 x 10 in)
2021

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YUSUF RILIWAN YUSUF RILIWAN IDOWU is a prolific and versatile visual
artist who graduated in 2013 as a painter at the famous
BROKEN WALL Auchi Polytechnic, Auchi, Edo State where he obtained
Mixed Media on Panel the Higher National Diploma (specialising in painting),
30 x 30 cm (12 x 12 in) after he has been trained as a sculptor under the
2021 supervision of Uduh Francis (ART DEALS STUDIO) at
the Universal Studios of Art, National Theatre, Iganmu,
Lagos, Nigeria. Idowu's formal concerns draw upon the
aesthetic, his works offering a deeper understanding of
his background and environment to capture the
beauty of the ordinary and mundane. Most of his recent
series are intended to puzzle the mind of viewers and
his subject often present rhetorical questions about our
cultural believes. He experiments with various material
from his surrounding suitable to depict his story at any
given time.

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YUSUF SEIDU OKUS

YUSUF SEIDU OKUS is an experimental Artist from Nigeria. He had his
Higher National Diploma (HND) Painting and General Arts in 1994/1997
respectively at Federal Polytechnic, Auchi. He works at Occupational
Federal Neuro-Psychiatric Hospital, Benin City.

AFFECTION IV
Aluminum/Metal Foil
25 x 38 cm (10 x 15 in)

2021

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We would like to thank our main partner Mega Plaza Shopping Mall for their
continued trust and invaluable commitment. They have supported the Miniature art fair
from inception in 2018 and provided us with unwavering assistance. Having such a
devoted and loyal partner is the reason why we can keep going and growing. We would
also like to say a big thank you to GoodLife Magik, makers of the Magik drink for
Children, your support as a platinum sponsor in the 2021 Edition has been immense and
overwhelming! We look forward to doing this again with you all in subsequent years.

With our deepest gratitude and warmest regards from
Femi Williams and Adeolu Tahouf