Your name
Chidinma Nnorom
Place of birth
Lagos, Nigeria
Place where you live now
Lagos, Nigeria
3 words to describe you
Adventurous. Creative. Curious
Why do you take pictures?
I love to communicate through pictures, when I take pictures I express my thoughts. I also photograph to document and narrate experiences around me.
Where do you get your inspiration?
I get inspiration from my environment and the entire human existence and experiences.
Who are your influences?
My family and very close friends are the most influential people in my life. Artists like Song Dong, Annie Leibovitz, Victor Ehikhamenor, and Lynn Goldsmith have also influenced my work.
What determines the subject matter you choose?
I choose my subject matter after careful observations of various experiences and research. Another factor that could determine my subject matter is the availability of necessary materials. While working, new areas of interest could arise and lead to the next body of work.
What impact would you like your art to have?
I want my art to encourage a sense of connection with the audience and open avenues for discussions/solutions around various issues in focus. I want people to be able to share their experiences through my work.
What artwork do you never get bored with?
I can never get bored with historical or research-based projects, especially if it combines texts and images. I also don't get bored with experimental art or any art form that exists outside the usual.
Is there anything you want to add?
No
