SMO Contemporary Art is proud to present Amazing Nigeria, a solo exhibition of photographs by Kelechi Amadi-Obi, highlighting a twelve month journey traveling across spectacular mountains and valleys, discovering breathtaking waterfalls, in search of our nation’s rare, forgotten vistas.
Through these photographs Kelechi Amadi-Obi reveals the face of a country rarely seen from spectacular vantage points including the canyon and falls of Ahwum, the mysterious Iyake suspended lake, the magnificent Mambila mountain range, and the rocky hills of Ado Awaye. Amadi Obi’s solitary journey of discovery is the pinnacle of a rich career working as a visual artist, fine art and fashion photographer, publisher and master teacher. At a time when the incessant drone of bad news is increasing, Amazing Nigeria reminds us of the power of art to transcend the ordinary and urgent; it is Amadi-Obi’s commitment to ignite hope, and change our perceptions. He urges us to be still and reflect on the reality of our beautiful land, draw inspiration, and renew our vision.
