The Art Studio of Chidimma Urunwa Ikegwuonu
Urunwa seamlessly integrates her painting skills with a profound dedication to social engagement since completing her degree in 2018
Her collaborations with Plan International, AFD Nigeria, UN Women Nigeria, The Spanish Cooperation in Nigeria, and fellow artists help utilize art as a potent instrument for societal transformation.
Projects
Urunwa spearhead projects and workshops to address issues, spark dialogue and raise awareness about social injustices and environmental challenges.
Gallery
Urunwa's art explores gender equality, environmental issues, cultural dynamics, societal norms, nature and spirituality to shape her diverse creative expression
Exhibition
With over five years of studio experience, Urunwa has: refined her techniques; broadens her horizons; experiment with mediums like oil, acrylic, and wood burning; and showcased her works in numerous exhibitions
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Woman at Bougyese Club House, Abuja, Nigeria in 2023
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Catch Up at Thought Pyramid Art Gallery, Abuja, Nigeria in 2021 & 2022.
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A Sustainable Perspective by the Spanish Embassy at Thought Pyramid Art Gallery, Abuja, Nigeria. in 2022
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Gender Equality for a Sustainable Tomorrow by Urunaarts, Ministry of Women Affairs, and UN women Nigeria in 2022
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Art Fusion by Arts Talent Africa, Abuja in 2021
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Artdeyafrica at Abuja in 2021
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The Reason Why Café de vie, Abuja in 2021
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Rose of Conquered Thorns and Crown at Thought Pyramid Art Centre, Abuja in 2020
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Nwanyi Ike Exhibition at Abuja, Nigeria in 2020
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Women in Visual Art Competition by National Gallery of Art in 2019
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Life in my city at Abuja, Nigeria in 2019
Institutions
Urunwa holds her Bachelor's degree in Printing Major from University of Benin, Nigeria; pursues her Master's degree in Socially Engaged Art Practice from University of Salford, England; and belongs to the Society of Nigerian Artist and the Female Artists Association of Nigeria
