For creative 'chorus' Signature converges The Swans of female artists

'Sisterly Affection' (mixed media, 48 x 48inches, dated 2025) by Obiwuru Esther.

OLUWAYEMISI Abejide Akingbola, Korede Aremo, Ella Ojadi,  Merit Blessing, Onesa Oruoghor, and Obiwuru Esther create artistic 'chorus' with a series of gathering, exclusive  for female artists.

Themed The Swans, the 2025 edition opens May 17, ending 24, 2025 at Signature Beyond Art Gallery, 107, Awolowo Road Ikoyi Lagos. The exhibition series debuted last year with   artists Useh Akpoghene Caroline, Amaghiro Chiamaka Lilian, Balikisu Audu, Eberechukwu Lucia Okoro, Elizabeth Chioma Ekpetorson and Faith Michael.

In its statement, Signature Beyond said the gallery is committed to presenting exhibitions that reflect the diverse, evolving, and impactful narratives shaping contemporary art. "The Swans Exhibition stands as a bold affirmation of this commitment — a celebration of the creative force and nuanced perspectives that women bring to the art world," Signature Beyond stated. "This all-female exhibition is more than a curated collection; it is a conversation — between materials and meaning, tradition and innovation, individuality and shared experience."

Excerpts from Signature Beyond's Gallery Statement: "Featuring artists working across painting, sculpture, mixed media, and textile-based forms, The Swans Exhibition explores themes of identity, memory, resilience, nature, and emotional depth with both intimacy and power.

"The name “Swans” evokes grace, strength, transformation, and quiet force — qualities embodied in the works of these extraordinary artists. Their practices are rooted in personal narratives yet extend outward, resonating with broader cultural and social realities. In every brushstroke, line, and texture, we witness the reclaiming of space, the telling of truths, and the reshaping of representation in contemporary art.

 "As a gallery, we are honored to provide a platform that amplifies these voices and fosters meaningful engagement with their work. We believe art is not only for seeing but for feeling, questioning, and connecting — and this exhibition invites viewers to do just that."

While thanking the community of art lovers for believing in the gallery's celebration of artistic brilliance, Signature Beyond hoped for what they described as "the continued evolution of The Swans Exhibition as it inspires conversations, sparks imagination, and uplifts the voices of women in art."

From the e-catalogie of The Swan, the gallery's Introduction the exhibition has been described as a groundbreaking all-female showcase of modern and contemporary art that celebrates the strength, brilliance, and creative voices of women artists working today.

"At Signature Beyond Art Gallery, we believe in the transformative power of art to reflect, question, and inspire the world around us. The Swans Exhibition is born out of this belief — a vision brought to life through the works of exceptional female artists whose stories, materials, and perspectives resonate with depth and courage.

"This exhibition is more than a collection of artworks; it is a tribute to the quiet revolutions and bold statements made by women through their craft. It is about visibility — creating a space where women’s experiences, dreams, identities, and histories are not only seen but celebrated."

The gallery assured that each artist featured in The Swans brings a unique sensibility to her practice — exploring themes ranging from cultural heritage, memory, nature, and family, to inner transformation and spiritual resolve. The artists, together, has formed what the gallery hailed as a powerful chorus of creativity, resilience, and hope.

"We are honored to host this exhibition and to stand alongside these artists as they share their voices with the world. We invite you to journey through their work with curiosity and openness — and to let their stories stay with you long after you’ve left the gallery."