Artist Biography

Paschal Ugwu, born in 1996 in Orba, Nigeria, is an artist based in Abuja. He earned his Fine Arts degree from the University of Nigeria, Nsukka. Specializing in expressive figurative painting, Paschal works with charcoal, pastel, oil, and acrylic on both paper and canvas. His art is known for its unconventional figures with exaggerated eyes, capturing his personal impressions, human emotions, and everyday experiences.
Among others, Paschal has showcased his work in exhibitions like 'Uplifted Spirits,' attended the Rele Bootcamp residency, and featured in Plus 234 Art Fair. In 2023, he was also a finalist for the prestigious Kuenyehia Art Prize.