Born in Nigeria in 1982, Chuma Anagbado is a multidisciplinary artist and designer whose practice explores Igbo culture & spirituality. He works with canvas, wood & plexiglass to create artworks and Architectural installations. Chuma’s process is spirited, meditative, intensive, intimate and multifaceted. He practice cuts across drawing, photography, painting and sculpture, blending manual and industrial techniques.

Visually impactful, his line based work reimagines Uli’: the indigenous Igbo artform known for its expressive simplicity, symbolism and heritage. His themes are drawn from memory, lived experience and metaphysical concepts. His work engenders internal dialogue on self awareness and questions post-colonial African identities; balancing indigenous existence with diaspora influence.

Chuma holds a Fine Arts degree from the University of Benin and a postgraduate degree in Design (with Distinction) from the University for the Creative Arts, Rochester, UK. His works are held in public and private collections across the world.