BIOGRAPHY
Oniosun Victoria Erioluwa (b. 1998 Oyo, Nigeria). She is a graduate of the Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile Ife where she obtained her Bachelor's degree in Fine and Applied Arts currently running her Master’s Degree program at The University for the Creative Art, Canterbury, UK. Her creative is expressed primarily through painting. Victoria produces richly textured and layered work with compelling abstract figurative visual imagery exploring femininity, personal and societal identity in the contemporary society. She explore the various aspects of life, the female body and the struggle for self-acceptance which she captures in her palette knives scenes wherein facial expressions and body language remain un-detailed yet communicate volumes about our individual and collective life experiences. Her works show a remarkable level of artistic expression and have been presented in several
Exhibitions and Art-fairs. Her initial and current work styles were both displayed in these exhibitions, revealing her practical journey of artistic expression.
RESUME
ARTIST STATEMENT
I am driven by emotions stirred by deep reflection on personal experiences, especially those shared by black women. I seek to challenge the expectations and stereotypes experienced by black women, question the limitations of identity, and create a space for personal expression. I use the impasto technique to delve into the complexities of the female experience an experience layered with strength, vulnerability, resilience, and passion. My figures are unapologetic women whose facial expressions and body language are un-detailed yet speak volumes about our personal and collective life experiences in the quest for self-acceptance.
Just as the impasto textures build up the surface of the canvas, women build upon their experiences, histories, and emotions to shape who they are. Through this focus, I invite the viewers to embrace our uniqueness and develop confidence in recognizing and celebrating women's collective and personal growth and self-discovery.