Victor Ehikhamenor

thumb|Victor Ehikhamenor Victor Ehikhamenor (born 1970) is a Nigerian visual artist, photographer and writer. He is known for his paintings, installations and essays that explore African history, spirituality, memory and the legacies of colonialism. In 2017, he became the first Nigerian artist to present a solo exhibition at the Venice Biennale. Quotes "Growing up in the village taught me greater things than any American grad school. Anyway, I learnt that no matter what you think you know, there is always an angle that needs brighter illumination." Victor Ehikhamenor reflecting on his upbringing and education. "Nigeria is home and America is house. Difference dey." Victor Ehikhamenor discussing his decision to return to Nigeria. "I hate excuses by the way; I am a just-do-it kind of person." Victor Ehikhamenor discussing creativity and perseverance. "I am an artist first, before anything else." Victor Ehikhamenor discussing his identity as an artist. "Daily life inspires me to write. I see, hear, observe and retell my experiences in a readable and interesting way." Victor Ehikhamenor discussing the inspiration behind his writing. "The driver is comprehensibility and the conductor is palatability." Victor Ehikhamenor explaining his writing style. "Only a mad archer would be chasing an arrow once it leaves his bow." Victor Ehikhamenor discussing criticism and artistic reception. "A thief does not have more rights than the person he stole from." Victor Ehikhamenor discussing the repatriation of the Benin Bronzes. External links