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INTERVIEW: How Important Is Art?

 Hi, I’m Sam and welcome to another interview session with Maduako Chioma Judith, An Artist, Founder of F.A.W Place (Food, Art, and Wine) and one of the best Sip n Paint curators in Nigeria. Let’s dive in!


INTERVIEW – ART BY JUDITH



How are you doing lately?

All is well, New Year pressure and all

 

What school did you attend and what did you study?

I studied Computer Science at FTMS College, Malaysia

 

Do you remember the first job you had?

Yes I do, I had just started the sip and paint business, I wasn’t interested in making any sort of gain yet. My priority was to sell an Idea. I organized my first sip and paint with my close friends. That was around September 2021.

 

When did your love for Art begin?

My love for Art started at the age of 5, I loved to draw on the walls and books.

 

So why did you decide to study Computer science when the love for Art has been there since age 5?

I already have a Diploma fine arts, I wanted to try something outside arts. I believe I can excel in art with or without a degree certificate

 

What do you love the most about Art?

Just the fact it is something I can do with ease and it soothes my mood too.

 

Can you describe your creative process?

I don’t have a particular process to creativity, art itself is a form of expressing what we feel. My creating process which includes, choice of color or design is based on what or how I feel at that point.

 

Is it correct to say that your emotions inspires you as an artist?

Yes it is

 

Can you mention 3 of your Artistic Influences?

My 3 Artistic influences would be Laolu, ceracerni and kennwadiogbu

 

With AI getting so popular in different fields, what effect do you think AI will have on Art creation and consumption?

Well it changes the original man-made form of art. AI enhances every aspect of an artistic journey. For instance getting or generating an Idea. It allows an artist have access to vast amount of data that may inspire his designs or masterpiece. So I’ll say it’s an added advantage to art.

 

In what ways do you think Art is important to the society?

Art is very crucial to human life and existence, it offers lots of benefits that directly impact our mental, physical and emotional wellness.

 

Just like I mentioned earlier, art is connected to our feelings and emotions. It’s a powerful medium to express and communicate intricate emotions that may not require verbal communication. Whether it’s through painting, sculptor, textile or music, art is a unique way for people to convey their deepest feelings.

 

Arts boosts creativity that contributes to innovative thinking and nurtures problem-solving skills.

 

Another importance art has to the society is the role it plays when it comes to cultural, tradition and history preservation. Traditional visual art forms can be passed down from one generation to another. This ensures perpetuation of rich heritage and culture.

 

What would you say has been the most difficult thing for you with regards to building a career in Art in Nigeria?

I won’t say it’s most difficult, though there are certain challenges that artists face especially when it comes to the value for art in this part of the world.

 

Regardless, when you know your onions and charge your worth, you’ll definitely attract the right Audience.

 

RAPID FIRE QUESTIONS

Would you rather make more money doing a job you hate or make less money doing a job you love?

Make more money doing a Job I hate

 

If you could only teach one thing to your child, what would it be?

Tech

 

Would you rather bring back a loved one from the dead or go back in time and fix one mistake you made?

Go back in time and fix a mistake

 

Would you rather find your one true love or win a lottery and be alone?

One true love

 

Would you rather spend 5 years in prison for a crime you didn't commit or your parents spend 10 years for a crime you committed?

I’ll spend 5 years in prison


IG - FAW Place | Judith 


P.S: This interview has been edited and condensed for length and clarity


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