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{{short description|Nigerian artist}}
{{short description|Nigerian artist}}
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{{Infobox person
{{Infobox person
| name = Patrick Chuka
| name = Patrick Chuka
| image = A photo of Patrick Chuka.jpg
| image =
| alt = Photo of Nigerian Artist, Patrick Chuka.
| alt = Photo of Nigerian Artist, Patrick Chuka
| caption = A picture of Patrick Chuka.
| caption = A picture of Patrick Chuka.

| birth_name = Patrick Chukwuka Onyejiaka
| birth_date = {{Birth date and age|2000|03|17}}
| birth_date = {{Birth date and age|df=y|2000|03|17}}
| birth_place = [[Victoria Island, Lagos]], Nigeria
| birth_place = [[Victoria Island, Lagos|Victoria Island]], [[Lagos State]], Nigeria
| nationality = [[Nigerians|Nigerian]]
| nationality = [[Nigerians|Nigerian]]
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| known_for = Drawing
| residence = [[San Francisco Bay Area|The Bay Area, California]], USA
| training = [[Berkeley City College]], [[Berkeley, California]], USA (2019-present)
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| known_for = [[Drawing]]
| movement = [[Hyperrealism (visual arts)|Hyperrealism]]
| movement = [[Hyperrealism (visual arts)|Hyperrealism]]
| years_active = 2015–present
| years_active = 2015–present
| website = {{URL|https://www.artistchuka.com/|artistchuka.com}}
| website = {{URL|artistchuka.com}}
}}
}}


'''Patrick Chukwuka Onyejiaka''', popularly known as Patrick Chuka or ArtistChuka is a [[Nigerians|Nigerian]] [[artist]] who primarily works with [[Charcoal (art)|Charcoal]] and [[Ballpoint pen]] on all surfaces, he also [[Painting|paints]] with [[Oil paint|Oil]], [[Pastel]] and [[Acrylic paint|Acrylic]]. His art largely focuses on [[Realism (arts)|Realism]] and some aspect of [[Hyperrealism (visual arts)|Hyperrealism]]. Chuka is also into [[Sculpture|Sculpting]].<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.artistchuka.com/biography/patrickchuka|title=Biography of Patrick Chuka|accessdate=27 August 2019|website=ArtistChuka}}</ref>
'''Patrick Chuka''' (born 17 March 2000), professionally known as''' Chu''', is a [[Nigerians|Nigerian]] artist who primarily works with [[Charcoal (art)|charcoal]] and [[ballpoint pen artwork|ballpoint pen]]. He also [[Painting|paints]] with [[Oil paint|oil]], [[pastel]] and [[Acrylic paint|acrylic]], largely focusing his art on [[Realism (arts)|realism]] and some aspect of [[Hyperrealism (visual arts)|hyperrealism]].<ref name="Chuka">{{cite web|url=https://patrickchuka.com|website=PatrickChuka}}</ref>


==Early life and education==
==Early life and education==
Chuka was born in [[Victoria Island, Lagos]], Nigeria. His hometown is [[Abba, Imo|Abba]], [[Nwangele|Nwangele, Imo]], Nigeria and he is the first child of his parents in a family of four children. Due to family crises whilst growing up, his family relocated a lot, forcing him to change from one secondary school to another. He started his secondary school education in [[Federal Government College, Odogbolu]], [[Ogun State]], Nigeria from 2010 to 2011, before moving to Top Highflyer College, [[Oshodi-Isolo|Isolo]], [[Lagos State|Lagos]], Nigeria from 2012 to 2014, he moved again to Weenoble International School, [[Ejigbo, Lagos|Ejigbo]], [[Lagos State|Lagos]], where he finally finished in 2015. He started making art at 15, immediately after graduating from secondary school with no formal training. Chuka later moved to the [[United States]] with his family in 2018.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.nygerian.com/2018/01/artist-spotlight-chuka-pencils.html|title=Artist Spotlight: Chuka Pencils|accessdate=27 August 2019|website=The Nygerian}}</ref> Now, he is currently a student of [[Berkeley City College]], [[Berkeley, California]], USA, where he is studying [[Biology]].<ref>{{cite web|url=https://creativedebuts.co.uk/patrick-chuka|title=Patrick Chuka - The Visual Artist|accessdate=27 August 2019|website=Creative Debuts}}</ref>
Chuka was born in [[Victoria Island, Lagos|Victoria Island]], [[Lagos State]] in a family of four, where he is the first child. He is from [[Abba, Imo|Abba]], [[Nwangele]], [[Imo State]], Nigeria. Due to family crises while growing up, his family relocated a lot, forcing him to change from one secondary school to another. From 2010 to 2011, he went to [[Federal Government College, Odogbolu]], [[Ogun State]], Nigeria for his secondary school education, he moved to Top Highflyer College, [[Oshodi-Isolo|Isolo]], Lagos State, from 2012 to 2014, before moving again to Weenoble International School, [[Ejigbo, Lagos|Ejigbo]], Lagos State, where he finally finished in 2015. He started making art at 15, immediately after graduating from secondary school. Chuka later moved to the United States with his family in 2018.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://nygerian.com/2018/01/artist-spotlight-chuka-pencils.html|title=Artist Spotlight: Chuka Pencils|accessdate=27 August 2019|website=The Nygerian|archive-date=27 August 2019|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190827073939/http://www.nygerian.com/2018/01/artist-spotlight-chuka-pencils.html|url-status=dead}}</ref> He is currently{{when|date=May 2022}} a student of [[Berkeley City College]], [[Berkeley, California]], USA, where he is studying [[Biology]].<ref name=Chuka/><ref>{{cite web|url=https://creativedebuts.co.uk/patrick-chuka|title=Patrick Chuka – The Visual Artist|accessdate=27 August 2019|website=Creative Debuts|archive-date=27 August 2019|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190827073944/https://creativedebuts.co.uk/patrick-chuka/|url-status=dead}}</ref>


==Style and philosophy==
==Style and philosophy==
Chuka works primarily with [[Charcoal (art)|charcoal]] and [[ballpoint pen]] on all surfaces ranging from [[paper]], [[canvas]], [[wood]] etc., he [[Painting|paints]] with [[Oil paint|oil]], [[pastel]] and [[Acrylic paint|acrylic]]. Chuka also [[Sculpture|sculpt]]. Chuka, in the past has used his art to draw attention to trending topics such as [[feminism]], [[Minority rights|marriage rights for minorites]], [[LGBT rights by country or territory|LGBTQ rights]], [[Gender equality]], among others.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.mtls.ca/issue23/patrick-chuka|title=Patrick Chuka MTLS|accessdate=27 August 2019|website=Maple Tree Literary Supplement Canada}}</ref>
Chuka works primarily with [[Charcoal (art)|charcoal]] and [[ballpoint pen]]. He [[Painting|paints]] with [[Oil paint|oil]], [[pastel]], [[Acrylic paint|acrylic]] and also [[Sculpture|sculpt]]. He has drawn attention to trending topics such as [[feminism]], [[Minority rights|marriage rights for minorities]], [[LGBT rights by country or territory|LGBTQ rights]] and [[gender equality]] with his art.<ref name=Chuka/><ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.mtls.ca/issue23/patrick-chuka|title=Patrick Chuka MTLS|accessdate=27 August 2019|website=Maple Tree Literary Supplement Canada}}</ref>


In 2018, his publication went viral, where he explained why he gets angry when reading the [[Bible]]. He criticized [[Solomon]] for asking [[God]] for [[Wisdom]]. In the aftermath of the divulgation, some people stood by his philosophy, while others didn't.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.legit.ng/1185082-nigerian-artist-explains-angry-reading-bible.html|title=Nigerian artist explains why he gets angry when reading the Bible|accessdate=27 August 2019|website=Legit.ng}}</ref>
In 2018, he explained why he gets angry when reading the Bible. He criticized [[Solomon]] for asking God for [[Wisdom]].<ref>{{cite web|url=https://legit.ng/1185082-nigerian-artist-explains-angry-reading-bible.html|title=Nigerian artist explains why he gets angry when reading the Bible|accessdate=27 August 2019|website=Legit.ng|date=8 August 2018|archive-date=27 August 2019|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190827073943/https://www.legit.ng/1185082-nigerian-artist-explains-angry-reading-bible.html|url-status=dead}}</ref>


==Features==
==Features==
On 16 January 2018, Chuka was featured by [[Brittle Paper]] in "14: An Anthology of Queer Art, Vol. 2: The Inward Gaze.”<ref>{{cite web|url=https://brittlepaper.com/2018/01/14-anthology-queer-art-vol-2-gaze|title=14: An Anthology of Queer Art, Vol. 2: “The Inward Gaze”|date=16 January 2018|accessdate=27 August 2019|website=Brittle Paper}}</ref>
On 16 January 2018, Chuka had a drawing of his included in [[Brittle Paper]] in "14: An Anthology of Queer Art, Vol. 2: The Inward Gaze."<ref>{{cite web|url=https://brittlepaper.com/2018/01/14-anthology-queer-art-vol-2-gaze|title=14: An Anthology of Queer Art, Vol. 2: "The Inward Gaze"|date=16 January 2018|accessdate=27 August 2019|website=Brittle Paper}}</ref>


On October 30, Patrick was featured on ''[[BBC]]''.<ref>{{cite news|url= https://www.bbc.com/igbo/media-54739824|title=Patrick Chuka |accessdate=30 October 2020| work=BBC}}</ref>
On 20 April 2018, a popular [[Nigerians|Nigerian]] forum, [[Nairaland]], featured him, when he couldn't express his joy after an art tools manufacturing company in the United State of America surprised him by offering to sponsor his work.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.nairaland.com/4463607/young-vibrant-talented-artist-gets|title=Young, Vibrant And Talented Artist Gets Mouth Watering Deal|date=20 April 2018|accessdate=27 August 2019|website=Nairaland Forum}}</ref>

==Some Prestigious Arts==
[[File:Drawing of Beyonce and Jay Z by Patrick Chuka.jpg|thumb|The love of the century depicted by Patrick Chuka, exposes the complexities between the most influential couple ([[Jay-Z]] and [[Beyoncé]]) this century whilst skillfully able to blend [[Ballpoint pen|Ballpoint ink]] and [[Charcoal (art)|Charcoal]].]]

[[File:Drawing by Patrick Chuka 3.jpg|thumb|Donald West: With constant battle of influence Chuka has been able to draw similarities between big heads ([[Donald Trump]] and [[Kanye West]]) in today's popular culture.]]

[[File:Drawing by Patrick Chuka 2.jpg|thumb|[[Last Supper|The Last Supper]]: Highlights the need to find inner spiritual and connect with artistic concepts from creators.]]

[[File:Drawing by Patrick Chuka 6.jpg|thumb|'Ilumino' a persevering state of illumination done with [[Charcoal (art)|Charcoal]] and a [[Ballpoint pen]].]]

[[File:Drawing by Patrick Chuka 4.jpg|thumb|Patrick Chuka in the process of Drawing.]]

[[File:Drawing by Patrick Chuka 5.jpg|thumb|All the Colours and What they mean: Blue an ode to the colour blue on the pride flag modeled after Roxanne Rymland.]]

[[File:Drawing by Patrick Chuka.jpg|thumb|Portrait Drawing of [[Beyoncé]] done with [[Ballpoint pen|Ballpoint]].]]


==References==
==References==
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Latest revision as of 11:02, 13 December 2024

Patrick Chuka
Born (2000-03-17) 17 March 2000 (age 24)
Victoria Island, Lagos State, Nigeria
NationalityNigerian
Years active2015–present
Known forDrawing
MovementHyperrealism
Websiteartistchuka.com

Patrick Chuka (born 17 March 2000), professionally known as Chu, is a Nigerian artist who primarily works with charcoal and ballpoint pen. He also paints with oil, pastel and acrylic, largely focusing his art on realism and some aspect of hyperrealism.[1]

Early life and education

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Chuka was born in Victoria Island, Lagos State in a family of four, where he is the first child. He is from Abba, Nwangele, Imo State, Nigeria. Due to family crises while growing up, his family relocated a lot, forcing him to change from one secondary school to another. From 2010 to 2011, he went to Federal Government College, Odogbolu, Ogun State, Nigeria for his secondary school education, he moved to Top Highflyer College, Isolo, Lagos State, from 2012 to 2014, before moving again to Weenoble International School, Ejigbo, Lagos State, where he finally finished in 2015. He started making art at 15, immediately after graduating from secondary school. Chuka later moved to the United States with his family in 2018.[2] He is currently[when?] a student of Berkeley City College, Berkeley, California, USA, where he is studying Biology.[1][3]

Style and philosophy

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Chuka works primarily with charcoal and ballpoint pen. He paints with oil, pastel, acrylic and also sculpt. He has drawn attention to trending topics such as feminism, marriage rights for minorities, LGBTQ rights and gender equality with his art.[1][4]

In 2018, he explained why he gets angry when reading the Bible. He criticized Solomon for asking God for Wisdom.[5]

Features

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On 16 January 2018, Chuka had a drawing of his included in Brittle Paper in "14: An Anthology of Queer Art, Vol. 2: The Inward Gaze."[6]

On October 30, Patrick was featured on BBC.[7]

References

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  1. ^ a b c PatrickChuka https://patrickchuka.com. {{cite web}}: Missing or empty |title= (help)
  2. ^ "Artist Spotlight: Chuka Pencils". The Nygerian. Archived from the original on 27 August 2019. Retrieved 27 August 2019.
  3. ^ "Patrick Chuka – The Visual Artist". Creative Debuts. Archived from the original on 27 August 2019. Retrieved 27 August 2019.
  4. ^ "Patrick Chuka MTLS". Maple Tree Literary Supplement Canada. Retrieved 27 August 2019.
  5. ^ "Nigerian artist explains why he gets angry when reading the Bible". Legit.ng. 8 August 2018. Archived from the original on 27 August 2019. Retrieved 27 August 2019.
  6. ^ "14: An Anthology of Queer Art, Vol. 2: "The Inward Gaze"". Brittle Paper. 16 January 2018. Retrieved 27 August 2019.
  7. ^ "Patrick Chuka". BBC. Retrieved 30 October 2020.
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