Artists

Onyeka Igwe

Press release

Specialising in moving image and installation, Onyeka Igwe weaves together text, images, and archival materials to create non-fiction films with complex narratives. Her work often draws into question: How do we live together? But rather than providing a single definitive answer, her aim is to explore the intricate complexities of mutuality in a world that emphasises individualism. Central to Igwe’s artistic practice is an examination of sensorial, spatial, and counter-hegemonic forms of knowledge. She delves into the realms of the body, archives, and both oral and written narratives as vehicles for inquiry, enabling the revelation of neglected histories and marginalised stories. This solo presentation marks Igwe’s first exhibition at Arcadia Missa, and the UK debut of her film The Miracle on George Green (2022), which anchors the exhibition.