Kulture Kode is set to showcase a compelling solo exhibition titled Layers of Existence – A Panoramic View, featuring the acclaimed London-based Nigerian artist, Chinze Ojobo. The exhibition runs from November 30 to December 4, 2025, at the prestigious Didi Museum on Victoria Island, Lagos.
Chinze Ojobo is celebrated for her distinctive fusion of paintings, mixed media, and wood etchings that explore complex narratives of identity, memory, and human experience. Her work, infused with bold colors, textured layers, and traditional African symbolism, speaks about resilience, joy, and hope within contemporary African culture.
“As an artist, I am driven by a desire to capture moments of joy, celebration, resilience, and hope. I believe that art has the power to transcend boundaries and foster understanding, and my work seeks to initiate conversations about identity, memory, and the shared human condition. The layers in my artwork represent not only personal histories but also the collective experiences of my community and culture,” Ojobo said.
A graduate of the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, Ojobo trained under renowned mentors El Anatsui and Obiora Udechukwu, shaping her unique artistic approach. She further broadened her creative vision by studying Interior Design in Los Angeles, which complements her innovative use of materials such as jute and her pioneering technique, “Ute-Osisi.”
Ojobo’s career spans more than 70 exhibitions worldwide, including major art fairs in New York, London, Paris, and Africa. Her socially engaged works, like those showcased at the “Glass Ceiling Shattered” exhibition in London, highlight her commitment to empowering the African girl-child and addressing cultural barriers through art.
Curator Udemma Chukwuma praises Ojobo’s emotional depth and dynamic storytelling, expressing excitement to bring this vibrant exhibition to Lagos audiences. “I am genuinely fascinated by her works. Her energy is incredible. Her unique ability to convey emotions through art is amazing. I am honoured to curate this exceptional exhibition and I look for to seeing you there,” Udemma said.
Since her first international invitation in 2001 to exhibit in California, Ojobo has participated in over 70 exhibitions worldwide, including the New York Art Expo, Bonhams Art Auction (London), Chalkwell Auctions (UK), Paris, Bulgaria, South Africa, Hollywood, Lagos, Abuja, and Enugu.
Among her many highlights is the exhibition “Glass Ceiling Shattered” at the European School of Economics, London, which tackled the barriers confronting the African girl-child. Her artistic achievements have earned her global recognition, most notably the African Achievers Award in Art in 2018, presented at the House of Commons, London.
In 2023, she relocated to the United Kingdom on a Global Talent Visa, where she continues to expand her international career. An art activist and advocate for the girl-child, her work not only celebrates African creativity but also challenges societal limitations, using visual storytelling as a tool for empowerment and change.
Visitors can meet the artist at the grand opening and delve into the rich layers of her creative process.
Layers of Existence promises to be a landmark cultural event, reflecting Ojobo’s global stature and her passionate dialogue with African heritage and contemporary identity.
Chinze Ojobo is celebrated for her distinctive fusion of paintings, mixed media, and wood etchings that explore complex narratives of identity, memory, and human experience. Her work, infused with bold colors, textured layers, and traditional African symbolism, speaks about resilience, joy, and hope within contemporary African culture.
“As an artist, I am driven by a desire to capture moments of joy, celebration, resilience, and hope. I believe that art has the power to transcend boundaries and foster understanding, and my work seeks to initiate conversations about identity, memory, and the shared human condition. The layers in my artwork represent not only personal histories but also the collective experiences of my community and culture,” Ojobo said.
A graduate of the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, Ojobo trained under renowned mentors El Anatsui and Obiora Udechukwu, shaping her unique artistic approach. She further broadened her creative vision by studying Interior Design in Los Angeles, which complements her innovative use of materials such as jute and her pioneering technique, “Ute-Osisi.”
Ojobo’s career spans more than 70 exhibitions worldwide, including major art fairs in New York, London, Paris, and Africa. Her socially engaged works, like those showcased at the “Glass Ceiling Shattered” exhibition in London, highlight her commitment to empowering the African girl-child and addressing cultural barriers through art.
Curator Udemma Chukwuma praises Ojobo’s emotional depth and dynamic storytelling, expressing excitement to bring this vibrant exhibition to Lagos audiences. “I am genuinely fascinated by her works. Her energy is incredible. Her unique ability to convey emotions through art is amazing. I am honoured to curate this exceptional exhibition and I look for to seeing you there,” Udemma said.
Since her first international invitation in 2001 to exhibit in California, Ojobo has participated in over 70 exhibitions worldwide, including the New York Art Expo, Bonhams Art Auction (London), Chalkwell Auctions (UK), Paris, Bulgaria, South Africa, Hollywood, Lagos, Abuja, and Enugu.
Among her many highlights is the exhibition “Glass Ceiling Shattered” at the European School of Economics, London, which tackled the barriers confronting the African girl-child. Her artistic achievements have earned her global recognition, most notably the African Achievers Award in Art in 2018, presented at the House of Commons, London.
In 2023, she relocated to the United Kingdom on a Global Talent Visa, where she continues to expand her international career. An art activist and advocate for the girl-child, her work not only celebrates African creativity but also challenges societal limitations, using visual storytelling as a tool for empowerment and change.
Visitors can meet the artist at the grand opening and delve into the rich layers of her creative process.
Layers of Existence promises to be a landmark cultural event, reflecting Ojobo’s global stature and her passionate dialogue with African heritage and contemporary identity.
