Enugwu-Ukwu is a great town on top of a big hill in Anambra State, Nigeria. It is the first son and Okpala (paternal head) of the UmuNri clan, and they…
Uche Okeke (1933-2016) is a renowned Nigerian artist, thinker, and teacher who has really changed the way we see art in Africa. He combined our Igbo culture, especially Uli designs,…
Uche Okeke (1933 – 2016) Head of a Girl, 1962, pen and ink on paper. Photo: Ukpuru
In Igbo mythology, Asele is a famous designer from Nimo, a town in the…
"Mgbedike or Agu neche Enyi (leopard/elephant) [close-up], Nimo". Photo by G. I. Jones, 1930s. Colourized by Ozi Ikoro 2024.Masquerades are a cornerstone of Igbo culture, representing complex interplays between humanity,…
The architecture of the Igbo people offers unique insights into their cultural heritage, artistic creativity, and spiritual beliefs. Among the most distinctive architectural features are the entrances to Igbo compounds,…
Introduction
The Mgbedike masquerade is a prominent cultural performance in Igbo land, particularly in the southeastern region of Nigeria. Known for its striking costumes, powerful dances, and symbolic meanings, Mgbedike…
Igbo lady decorating house walls with uli, Igboland. Photo by Margaret Courtney-Clarke, late 1980s.
Uli art, a distinctive form of body and wall decoration traditionally practiced by Igbo women, represents a…
