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Layers of Identity
Njideka Akunyili Crosby depicts her life in Nigeria and the United States
Njideka Akunyili Crosby, a Nigerian woman living in the United States, explores her heritage and identity in her paintings. She creates mixed-media works, blending contemporary American painting techniques with collaged textiles and photographs from Nigeria. By layering images, textures, and symbols from multiple sources, the artist visually shares her varied cultural experiences.
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