Entrepreneur of the Month (July)

Having Chibuike Victor Onyesoro as the Entrepreneur of the Month is such a delight. The 18-year-old artist is an indigene of Anambra State, the third born of five children to Mr. and Mrs. Onyesoro. He started drawing as a kid and never looked back afterwards as he is currently studying Visual Arts at the University of Lagos, Nigeria. Chibuike loves to dance though it seems he outgrew some of his best moves as he came of age. He says he would find it quite difficult to reject Yam with Fried Eggs, enjoys watching science related documentaries and is very interested in scientific inventions.
What aspect of art are you specialized in?
I’m currently working on a genre called HYPERREALISM, that is drawing a picture to look so real, detailing everything I can see even as little as rashes on the face. However, I intend to work on other genres.

What future do you see for Art and Craft in Nigeria  and Africa?
Wow!! Art and Craft in Nigeria and Africa is gaining more recognition and attention. African Artists are constantly featured in the news and media, both locally and internationally so it’s safe to say the future looks great.
Who are your role models?
I have visual artists, musicians, business men as role models. I look up to artists like Kelvin Okafor, Fatola Israel, Arinze Stanley and Ken Nwadiogbu. Davido and Aliko Dangote are a source of inspiration to me as well, musically and business wise.
Where do you draw inspiration from?
I draw inspiration from my background, music, my environment, school, the country and continent as a whole. There are times when the inspiration to create a piece brings me to tears.

What are the challenges you face as an artist in Nigeria?
Unstable power supply, Unavailability of locally produced art materials which translates to importation of materials to enable me work.
Describe your highest moment since being an artist?
My highest moment yet is meeting and working with the Vice President of Nigeria and his Wife on Arts matters in Nigeria and I’m grateful to God for the opportunity.

What is your favorite quote?
We are who we choose to be by Spider Man.
Any word of advice for young aspiring artists?
I will say, please be sincere with yourself, and go for what you really want, seek God’s counsel. Finally, with Practice, Patience, Persistence you will surely rule your world!
Thank you for having me.