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Abbey Onikoyi Biography:
| Biographical information for Abbey Onikoyi can be found below. The artist may choose what information to display. Sometimes the artist chooses not to display personal information to the general public. |
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| Gender |
Male
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| Status |
Single
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| Children |
99
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| Religion |
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| Education |
Professional Work |
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| Hobbies / Interests |
Ping-Pong, Soccer, Music, Singing, Drumming, Spiritual Enlightenment |
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| Favorite Artistic Medium |
Painting Acrylic
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| Favorite Arthistory Movement |
Abstract Expressionism - (1940 - 1955)
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| Favorite Visual Artist |
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| Favorite Work of Art |
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| Biggest Artistic Inspiration |
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| Why Did You Become An Artist |
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| Your Personal Biography |
After a successful career in advertising, Abbey Onikoyi has transformed his vision to creating paintings that captures the individual spirit, the special moment or the characteristic forces that can make us feel as well as see the intimate look of African culture and society.
A descendent of Nigerian royalty, Abbey was raised in Lagos. He came to the United States as a young man, received his U.S. citizenship in 1989 and has lived in Los Osos since 2002. His studio in the SLO Creamery is called 'Spirits of Africa Gallery'. This is where his work makes eloquent statements without words. His artistry goes beyond technique, to record day to day African history from the viewpoint of a compassionate artist. He is a philosopher of hope, an artist who has spent many years depicting the human spirit and dignity. His belief is that we are all important and worthy subjects. He has the ability to lead us beyond the superficial, making us richer in our understanding of race, creed, colors, and cultures.
Abbey Onikoyi is a master of the human documentation and subjective composition. He is truly a distinguished artist living and working in our community. His art depicts vibrant colors and movement, the richness of his personality and the ability to express the abstract, the surreal and romantic lyricism. His work is collected in the local community, nationally, and worldwide. Stop by his gallery for yourself, or continue exploring this site, and your spirits will be uplifted by the experience! |
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