Onyeka Igwe is a British-Nigerian artist and filmmaker whose practice centers on the intersection of moving image, archival research, and installation. Her work frequently interrogates the structures of colonial power and the ways in which historical narratives are constructed and preserved.
Her signature approach involves the use of multi-format installations, often combining digital film, slide projections, and sculpture to create immersive environments. These works examine specific historical sites and institutional archives, recontextualizing them to reveal hidden or suppressed histories.
Igwe has gained significant international recognition, with her films screened at major institutions including MoMA, the Open City Documentary Festival, and the Rotterdam International Film Festival. Her recent projects include a major installation for the Tate Britain Art Now series, which explores the history of the University of Ibadan.
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