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Amuche Nnabueze - Bio

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Bio: Amuche Ngwu-Nnabueze is a sculptor, educator, and climate activist whose artistic journey has continued to be deeply intertwined with her passion for ecological and climate-related research. As a lecturer in Sculpture Theory and Creative Arts at the  Department of Fine and Applied Arts, University of Nigerian Nsukka , she is not only shaping the minds of future artists but also influencing the discourse on the intersection of arts, culture, and environmental stewardship. A  multi-skilled, multi-talented artist whose work transcends conventional boundaries, inviting viewers into a world where creativity knows no limits. With a unique blend of identity and artistic exploration, Amuche has evolved through various phases of her artistic journey, reflecting the diverse facets of her life and experiences. Born as Amuche Ngwu, the artist's early years were marked by a profound connection to her Ukehe and Igbo heritage, which plays an influential role in shaping her creative spi...

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    Curriculum Vitae Education:                               2017 Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) Art Education, University of Nigeria, Nsukka Dissertation Research: Utilisation of urban solid wastes for artistic purposes, as a tool in environment management in Nsukka urban area. November 2017 Continuing from my experiences at the MFA level, my Ph.D work was informed by the continued aesthetic and environmental damage being witnessed due to improper urban waste disposal in most African cities. I set out to use Nsukka as a study example to start an intervention. Using the cyclical action research method, I decided to intervene through educating and raising awareness.  From experience gained, I developed an environmental learning bulletin that is usable for teaching children waste and environmental education, where the 3rs of waste was innovated to add a ...