INTERSECTING NARRATIVES

A Group Art Exhibition

Curatorial Statement

Date: 5th -10th June, 2023

INTERSECTING NARRATIVES

Art has long served as a vessel for storytelling, reflection, and dialogue. In Intersecting Narratives, we bring together a diverse group of emerging and established artists whose practices engage with the complexities of contemporary life through distinct visual languages and personal perspectives.

While each artist approaches their work from unique experiences, cultural backgrounds, and creative sensibilities, the exhibition reveals points of convergence that connect individual stories to broader human experiences. Themes of identity, memory, culture, emotion, spirituality, social realities, and personal transformation emerge throughout the exhibition, creating a rich tapestry of narratives that both differ and resonate.

The works presented span a variety of media and techniques, reflecting the multiplicity of voices that define contemporary artistic practice. Some artists draw from personal histories and intimate moments of reflection, while others engage with collective memory, societal concerns, and evolving cultural landscapes. Together, these works invite viewers to consider how individual experiences intersect with shared realities, and how art can serve as a bridge between diverse perspectives.

Rather than offering a singular interpretation of the world, Intersecting Narratives celebrates the coexistence of many viewpoints. It acknowledges that meaning is often found in the spaces where stories meet, overlap, and converse with one another. Through this gathering of artistic voices, the exhibition becomes a site of encounter—one that encourages dialogue, contemplation, and a deeper appreciation of the diverse experiences that shape our understanding of ourselves and the world around us.

As curators, we are pleased to present this exhibition as an opportunity to engage with the richness of contemporary artistic expression and to reflect on the narratives that connect us across differences. We invite visitors to explore these intersections and discover the conversations unfolding within and between the works on display.

Curators:

Samuel Avurakoghene Atabeh

Adeola Ayoyinka Erinfolami

Adesola Miriam Ogungbenro

Exhibiting Artists:

Elizabeth Asuelimen • Ezekiel Ogundipe • Tobiloba Awogbemila • Oluwatimilehin Osho

Tosin Adeuya • Rhoda Mobolade • Adeola Oparinu • Tijesunimi Raji

Michael Johnson • Sola Sodimu • Ireti Oyewole • Kehinde Mamud

Imaobong Uko • Gloria Monday • Boluwatife Folorunso • Vivian Osuagwu

Temiloluwa Victory • Aishat Musa • King Johnson • Mabel Garrett.