2023
Bicycle tire, Bicycle Rim, Inner tire Rubber Tubes, License plates and Rivets
63 x 40 in
Elivava means "He (God) truly lives" in Ewe, a Gbe language spoken in southeastern Ghana and Togo.
Inspired by Ewe and Ga naming traditions, I name my works based on the context of their creation, such as moments of joy or contemplation. I use Yoruba and Igbo names for their cultural depth.
Images from the exhibition "Elementary Rebirth," Nubuke Foundation. Courtesy of Noldor Artist Residency.