Ejenobo “Jena” Oke Exhibit at Clark Gallery through April 24
WABASH, Ind.— Ejenobo “Jena” Oke brings her unique “Mud & Cloth” exhibit to the Clark Gallery in Honeywell Center beginning March 25. The exhibit will run through April 24. The exhibit is sponsored by Manchester University President Dr. Dave McFadden.
Ejenobo “Jena” Oke is best known as a fiber artist and is Associate Professor of Art at Manchester University. Her works range from loom-controlled weavings to batik quilts to sculptures that incorporate ceramics, paper, felt and basketry materials. A Nigerian-American, she moved with her family to the United States in 1987.
Oke received her B.A. in Art from Manchester (College) University (1997) and her M.F.A. in Visual Studies from Norfolk State University and Old Dominion University (2001). She returned to Manchester in 2006, and currently teaches courses in studio art and art history. Oke also served as the Director of Galleries at Manchester University for over ten years.
For media inquiries, contact Michele DeVinney at pr@honeywellarts.org or 260.444-2629.