Valentine Ollawa
Nationality
Nigerian
Sing About Me, I'm Dying Of Thirst.
This project examines how play, an essential aspect of childhood, becomes a site of tension for Black youths and parenthood in America, as they navigate society through the lens of adultification, responsibility, and survival.
Shadows Of Resilience
Shadows of Resilience explores the impact of Cuba’s colonial past on the present daily lives of Cubans. This project aims to spark conversations on loss, legacy, contributions, and agency of one's life and its role in a government-controlled society.
Am I Cowboy Enough?
I explore the American identity through the perspective of a community of Cowboys in Texas. Through themes of resilience, history, and heritage, I invite viewers to reflect on their perceptions of the Cowboy and American identity.