Saturday, April 25, 2026 · No. 114
Artist Profile

Precious Okoyomon

Precious Okoyomon is a Nigerian-American artist and poet known for large-scale, multi-sensory installations that often incorporate living organic matter and interactive sculptural elements.

Biography

Precious Okoyomon is a Nigerian-American artist, poet, and chef based in New York City. Their practice frequently bridges the gap between biological systems and artistic expression, utilizing living materials to create immersive environments that engage with themes of nature, identity, and memory.

Their work is characterized by the use of living forests and large-scale interactive sculptures, often developed in collaboration with botanical experts. These installations invite viewers to physically enter the work, fostering a multi-sensory experience that challenges traditional boundaries between the observer and the art object.

Okoyomon has gained significant institutional recognition, including selection for the 2026 Whitney Biennial and an invitation to launch the inaugural Courtyard Commission at MoMA PS1. Their work is also featured in the New Museum's 2026 exhibition, New Humans: Memories of the Future.

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Career Highlights

  • 2026Whitney Biennial participation
  • 2026MoMA PS1 inaugural Courtyard Commission
  • 2026New Museum exhibition inclusion
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