Background
Personal Profile
Every artist has a narrative, and Tonye certainly has one that I am sure you are eager to hear. The CV below provides an overview of Tonye's business path and why we are always on the lookout for him as he goes from sector to industry. Finally back in the art world and not leaving anytime soon, he appears to be a ghost now more than ever as he establishes his path and craft in the huge ocean of what is now known as modern contemporary art.

Education
2021-2022
University of the Arts London, Camberwell College of Art
Camberwell College of Arts is a renowned Fine Art and Design college. A key individual who helped evolve Tonye's practice is Kate Terry. She challenged his research to consider social responsibility, as well as embody drawing on equal stance with painting.
2010-2014
Obafemi Awolowo Univeristy, Ife Art School
Located in the ancient city of Ile-Ife, OAU served as the foundation for Tonye’s art career. It is “believed” to be the cradle of humanity and home of the Yoruba people, this historic city coupled with its unique environment was the suitable playing field for learning. Tutors Steven Folaranmi, Mr. Ajiboye, and Jonathan Imafidor helped develop his creative freedom and emphasized, and influenced his aesthetic, intellectual, political, historical, cultural, and critical awareness