bio.

neec nonso is a multidisciplinary artist whose practice traverses photography, performance, and augmented reality, often diving into morbid themes, memories of the dead, and the haunting realms of myth and urban legend. his work confronts the complexities of mortality, cultural rituals, and the unsettling beauty of everyday life in nigeria. by blending documentary realism with staged compositions, nonso crafts visceral, emotionally charged narratives that provoke deep reflection on identity, tradition, and the darker undercurrents of human existence.

recently, his practice has expanded into politically motivated narratives, most notably with heads of state—a searing critique of power, corruption, and failed leadership across africa. blending documentary realism with crafted compositions, he incorporates hundreds of thousands of hand-dotted holes on prints to symbolize windows into the unknown or hidden aspects of his characters, inviting viewers to question what lies beneath the surface.

neec was shortlisted for the vantage point sharjah photography prize and the art x lagos award. his work continued to gain attention in 2023, when he was a finalist for the contemporary african photography [cap] prize and was selected for the prince claus mentorship programme. in 2024, he again made the finalist list for the cap prize. a member of 1884 photo, a collective of visual artists documenting african narratives, nonso's work fosters meaningful conversations around identity, culture, and the shared human experience.

neec nonso is neec nonso.