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Jun 2025ArtReview Orry Shenjobi’s ‘Peace and Love’ for Moi Aussi May 2024Art Plugged Orry Shenjobi: A wà ńbẹ̀, A Celebration of Community and Culture Apr 2024UK in Venice, British Council A wà ńbẹ̀: a celebration of community and culture Apr 2024Elephant Magazine Institutional and Gallery Exhibitions on in Venice during the Biennale Apr 2024Omenai A wà ńbẹ̀ and the Importance of CommunitiesOrry Shenjobi’s multi-layered exploration of the importance of community is an immersive one as she delves into the stories of people from diverse communities. Apr 2024Punch Shenjobi celebrates African art with short filmA multidisciplinary artist, Orry Shenjobi, recently made her debut in cinematic storytelling with a captivating short film titled, A wan Be. The artistic endeavour serves as a celebration of African art and a prelude to her upcoming exhibition at the Venice Biennale Art Festival set to hold in Venice, Italy, in April 2024. Apr 2024Mango Tree Media Artist Insights, Mango Tree MediaJoin us in an exclusive sit-down with Orry Shenjobi, a multidisciplinary artist based in London and Lagos. Delve into her journey and creative process in our Artist Insights film, leading to her solo exhibition "A wà ńbè: A Celebration of Community and Culture," curated by Usen Esiet. Paying homage to the Owambe tradition, the exhibition debuts at the European Cultural Centre during the 60th Venice Biennale. Mar 2024The Guardian Nigeria For Foreigners Everywhere, Orry Shenjobi storms Venice BiennaleFrom April 20, 2024, when the Venice Biennale 2024 will open its doors to welcome international artists, Nigeria’s Orry Shenjobi will be among those who are going to showcase their unique artistic vision and perspective. Jun 2022The Photographers’ Gallery A Story Behind a Photograph by Orry ShenjobiOrry Shenjobi examines her photograph “Wá, make I tell you something”. May 2022ITSLIQUID Interview: Orry ShenjobiLuca Curci talks with Orry Shenjobi during the 15th edition of Venice International Art Fair 2022 at Palazzo Bembo.