Artist profile
What art critics have had to say about Okoye
“These art works express universal emotions, contemporary
forms, and the global idealism of their creator.” – The Georgia
Straight
“His paintings are noble, vivid, honest and poetic.” – Diversity
News, Seattle
“Okoye is a welcome addition to the lower mainland’s Black
community and his contribution to the arts in BC does our
community proud.” – Afro News, Vancouver
“He represents a new generation of artists who are taking steps
further from the Black power and identity concerns of their
predecessors to embrace a global identity.” – Diversity News,
Seattle
“His art is not only an exploration of visual aesthetics but a
creative search for the enthronement of saner values based on
man’s respect of his inheritance.” – Vanguard, Nigeria
“A sculptor whose creative instances are clearly channelled
towards a reflection of both his contemporary and cultural
heritage.” – Daily Times, Nigeria
“Okoye’s thoughts and feelings as an African are deeply expressed
in his art works.” – Sunday Champion
“The concept and execution of his works features extensive
creativity.” – The Champion
“Besides being socially conscious in the works, Chidi is a cultural
irredentist.” – The Guardian, Nigeria 1993
“Chidi manages wood, metal, fibre glass and cement with great
efficiency that one wonders if Chidi was born to rule these
materials.” – Mobil News, Nigeria
“An artist with a mission for cultural re-armament.” – The
Guardian, Nigeria
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