Art, Legacy, and Printmaking with Prof. Salubi Onakufe
Published 29 August 2024 in Podcast
Uche Okeke Legacy Editorial
Discover the wisdom of Prof. Salubi Onakufe as he shares his journey through art, from printmaking to legacy-building. This episode is a must-listen for anyone aspiring to leave their mark in the art world.
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Contact Dr Onakufe through Oyomo Art Gallery
Here's a summary of the key points from our dialogue with Professor Salubi Onakufe:
Printmaking and Art as a Career:
Printmaking as a Sustainable Art Form: Prof. Onakufe highlights the financial viability of printmaking, comparing it to daily income generation in agriculture. He motivates artists to engage in printmaking because it allows them to produce multiple works that they can sell regularly, ensuring financial sustainability for their practice.
Advice to Artists: He advises artists to remain consistent, be punctual, and maintain a disciplined lifestyle. This includes sending works to galleries, avoiding excesses like drinking, and investing in art materials. He also stresses the importance of having a role model and learning from their success.
Understanding Legacy:
Legacy Defined: Prof. Onakufe sees legacy as twofold: the impact one has while alive and the legacy left behind after death. He emphasizes that someone must become known before passing away to recognize a true legacy. His Legacy: He wants his legacy to be seen in his gallery, museum, the students he taught, and his family. He talks about preserving his studio, books, and research papers as part of his legacy. He also notes that his children and their involvement in the arts are extensions of his legacy.
Reflecting on His Work:
Summary of His Contributions: Salma Uche-Okeke summarises Prof. Onakufe's legacy as involving both his experimental methods and the body of work he has created. She points out that his legacy is not only the art itself but also the theories and teachings behind his creations. Looking Forward: Prof. Onakufe appreciates this summary and agrees that his legacy involves his artistic experiments and his educational impact on students.
Closing Remarks:
Coffee and Art: When asked to describe his ideal scenario of enjoying coffee with someone, Prof. Onakufe imagines it as a moment filled with love and high imagination, leading to inspiration for creating new art. Future Work: The conversation ends with an expectation that he will create a new work inspired by this experience. Reference mentioned from this conversation:
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