My name is Akwaeno Udosen, and I’m a painter, printmaker, designer, and senior in high school. Currently, I focus on creating oil paintings that represent the variety of emotions, experiences, and perspectives within the Black cultural zeitgeist. My goal is to provide additional context on the Nigerian American experience within the diaspora. Through akazisoko, I aim to create a new space for art, innovation, and culture -pulling inspiration from my Nigerian heritage- with a focus on sustainability. I will debut the first line of upcycled hand screen-printed shirts, pants, and skirts.