Osaru Obaseki Nigeria, b. 1993
Osaru Obaseki, born in 1993 in Edo State, Nigeria, stands as a burgeoning force in the realm of multidisciplinary visual art. Residing within the heart of the African Continent, Osaru has intricately woven herself into the contemporary art tapestry, embarking on her professional journey in 2017. She currently shuffles working between Benin City and Lagos.
Her artistic endeavors delve into the realms of materiality, history, cultural identity, societal dynamics, as well as the intricacies of colonial and post-colonial narratives. With a distinctive approach, Osaru melds sand and acrylics, fusing together two distinct epochs - the ancient and the modern. Notably, her artistic repertoire extends to the domain of bronze casting, where she masterfully channels the storied heritage of this ancient technique, to bring innovative contemporary forms to life.
A distinguished alumna of the ITP-International Training Programme in collaboration with the British Museum, Osaru Obaseki is also an esteemed member of the British Art Network. Her creative footprint has graced the galleries of renowned institutions such as Rele Gallery, Saboart Advisory, Amar Singh Gallery, and Eclectica Gallery, among others. Noteworthy among her achievements, the year 2019 witnessed her active participation in the Re-entanglement exhibition, a collaborative effort with the University of Cambridge Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology, London, UK, alongside Nosona Studios, Benin City, Nigeria.
Her passion extends to nurturing the artistic community; Osaru was an integral part of the Back to Base workshop, a collaborative initiative between the Goethe Institute and Rele Arts Foundation, situated in Lagos, Nigeria. Her indelible mark on the art world has garnered attention from prestigious media outlets and documentaries, including but not limited to the New York Times, BBC, Document Women, DW Documentary, and French/German TV ARTE.
Most recently, she is an active part of the Youth heritage Africa programme being hosted by ICCROM- International Centre for the study of the Preservation and Restoration of Cultural Property, this led to her participation in the ICCROM General Assembly 2023. Currently, a resident artist with AKKA project, Venezia Italy and on a residency programme in collaboration with Berengo studios, Murano Italy.
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Osaru ObasekiAdam and Eve, 2023Sand and acrylics on paper50 x 35 cm
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Osaru ObasekiCome Closer, 2023Sand and acrylics on paper35.5 x 25.5 cm
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Osaru ObasekiDear Father, 2023Sand and acrylics on paper35.5 x 25.5 cm
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Osaru ObasekiFull Bloom, 2023Bronze35 x 25 x 25 cm
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Osaru ObasekiGoing in Spirals, 2023Sand and acrylics on paper35.5 x 25.5 cm
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Osaru ObasekiMother Nature, 2023Sand and acrylics on paper35.5 x 25.5 cmSold
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Osaru ObasekiParturition, 2023Sand and acrylics on paper50 x 35 cmSold
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Osaru ObasekiSprouts on the Outside, 2023Sand and acrylics on paper35.5 x 25.5 cm
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Osaru ObasekiStripes of Belief, 2023Bronze30 x 22 x 18 cmSold
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Osaru ObasekiThe Assembly , 2023Sand and acrylics on paper35.5 x 25.5 cm
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Osaru ObasekiThe Golden Ones, 2023Sand and acrylics on paper35.5 x 25.5 cm
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Osaru ObasekiThe Vibe, 2023Sand and acrylics on paper50 x 35 cm
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Osaru ObasekiThrough the Abyss, 2023Sand and acrylics on paper35.5 x 25.5 cm
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Osaru ObasekiThrough the Abyss II, 2023Sand and acrylics on paper35.5 x 25.5 cm
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Osaru ObasekiUnrepressed Bloom, 2023Bronze35 x 20 x 25 cm
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Osaru ObasekiUntitled , 2023Sand and acrylics on paper50 x 35 cm
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Osaru ObasekiWhere did love go?, 2023Sand and acrylics on paper35.5 x 25.5 cm
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Osaru ObasekiADA, 2024Murano glass powder and acrylics on canvas120 x 100 cm
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Osaru Obaseki: The residency outcome
13 June - 13 September 2024 VeneziaOsaru Obaseki A solo show following the residency program at AKKA Project Venice More details to be announced soon.Read more -
Osaru Obaseki: Petals of Identity: The Intersection of Nature and Culture
Solo Exhibition 1 September - 30 October 2023 VeneziaAKKA Project is thrilled to unveil an upcoming art exhibition featuring the remarkable works of Osaru Obaseki, an accomplished mixed-media artist hailing from Lagos, Nigeria. Obaseki's artistic expressions delve deep...Read more
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Osaru Obaseki at FESCAAAL 2024
30 April 2024AKKA Project's Artist in Residence, Osaru Obaseki, has been selected to take part into the 33rd edition of FESCAAAL - Festival Cinema Africano, Asia e...Read more -
Osaru Obaseki featured in Glasstress 8½
18 April 2024AKKA Project is thrilled to have our Resident Artist, Osaru Obaseki, featured in the internationally renowned exhibition Glasstress 8½ at Berengo Studio in Murano, Venice....Read more -
Travelogue by Osaru Obaseki
13 February 2024During her residency in Venice, Osaru Obaseki continues to push the boundaries of her artistic exploration. Upon her arrival in the city, she is immediately...Read more -
Osaru Obaseki
Artist in Residence 2024 24 January 2024AKKA Project is thrilled to announce the selection of Nigerian artist Osaru Obaseki for the sixth edition of the AKKA Project | Venice Artist Residency...Read more
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La genesi di un'incredibile storia
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“GLASSTRESS 8½”, torna a Venezia la mostra tra arte e vetro
A cura di Umberto Croppi, "GLASSTRESS 8½" si espande dalla sua sede originaria anche nella Tesa 99 dell’Arsenale Nord con due installazioniRedazione, Inside Art, 15 April 2024