Marcellina Akpojotor: Joy of more Worlds
Rele, London announces Nigerian artist, Marcellina Akpojotor's first solo exhibition in the UK, running from 11 April - 18 May 2024. The series is a continuation of her survey into generational legacy and the evolving nature of archives. Building upon investigations of her maternal bloodline, this new body of work titled, Joy of more Worlds traces a timeline of family life that connects and captures the spirit of the contemporary African women, exploring female empowerment and the role of motherhood in society. The large-scale paintings are densely collaged with the Ankara fabric to delicately display intimate celebrations of memories.
Image: Marcellina Akpojotor, Love for Country (WOW Day), Fabric and acrylic on canvas-77 x 60 inches, 2003. Image above: Marcellina Akpojotor, Good Times, Fabric & Acrylic on canvas, 60 x 77 Inches, 2023.
Image: Marcellina Akpojotor, Love for Country (WOW Day), Fabric and acrylic on canvas-77 x 60 inches, 2003. Image above: Marcellina Akpojotor, Good Times, Fabric & Acrylic on canvas, 60 x 77 Inches, 2023.
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