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Dr. Benjamin O. Onuorah
PhD ICT Education (Artificial Intelligence)
MFA Fine Art (Painting)
Fine Artist · Software Engineer · AI Researcher · Educator

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Beyond the Physical: Releasing The Ascension

After more than a month of deep, intensive immersion in the studio, I am releasing my latest completed painting, "The Ascension". Standing at an ambitious 52 by 60 inches, this piece represents a monumental milestone in my ongoing artistic journey - marking the 86th painting in my signature Soul Searcher series.

Every painting in the Soul Searcher series acts as a psychological and spiritual mirror, but The Ascension demanded a unique physical and emotional investment. Over the past month, the canvas evolved through layers of patient mark-making, spontaneous brushstrokes, and deliberate structural choices.

Working with a mixed medium of acrylic and charcoal on canvas allowed me to balance raw, graphic energy with fluid, luminous color. The charcoal provided the foundational grit-deep contours and organic patterns that anchor the work, while the acrylic layers introduced a vibrant frequency, pulling the eye upward across the vast 52x60-inch plane.

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My art explores the deep connections between African philosophy, identity, and storytelling. I draws from ancestral wisdom, symbolic language, and lived experience, transforming traditional ideas into contemporary visual narratives. [Artist Statement]
I am a Software Engineer skilled in building practical and efficient applications. I work with PHP, Python and C# to create reliable applications and AI-driven solutions. I focus on writing clean, scalable code and designing systems that are intuitive and effective.

I began my formal art education at Yaba College of Technology, where I earned a National Diploma (ND) in General Art. I then proceeded to the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, for a Bachelor’s degree in Fine and Applied Arts with Education. My studio practice culminated with a Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Painting from the University of Benin. My MFA thesis, “Exploration of Pareidolia Phenomenon for Mixed-Media Painting,” marked a pivotal point in my conceptual focus on visual abstraction and psychological interpretation.

I’m best known for my Osondu and Soul Searcher series—bodies of work that showcase my signature use of intricate line work, dynamic strokes, and culturally embedded iconography. The Osondu Series alone features over 200 drawings centered on African cultural heritage, expressed through detailed linear motifs inspired by traditional Uli and Nsibidi designs.

In addition to my visual art practice, I hold a National Diploma (ND), Higher National Diploma (HND) and Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree in Computer Science, Master in Information Technology (MIT), Master of Education (M.Ed) in Educational Technology and a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree in ICT Education and Artificial Intelligence from Lagos State University. My doctoral research explored the intersection of art, science education, and AI through a culturally responsive framework. This multidisciplinary foundation informs my contributions to STEAM education and edtech innovations across Africa.