Owanto grew up in Gabon, where she spent her formative years, and eventually moved to Europe. The artist uses a multidisciplinary approach in her creative process and works across a variety of media, including painting,sculpture, photography, video and installation.
Owanto had the honour of representing the Republic of Gabon at the 53rd International Art Exhibition of the Venice Biennale in 2009, with a solo show in Gabon's first National Pavilion at such a prestigious cultural event. The artist continues to exhibit internationally today. Her works can be found in private and public collections around the world.
Owanto had the honour of representing the Republic of Gabon at the 53rd International Art Exhibition of the Venice Biennale in 2009, with a solo show in Gabon's first National Pavilion at such a prestigious cultural event. The artist continues to exhibit internationally today. Her works can be found in private and public collections around the world. Owanto, The Lighthouse of Memory Go Nogé Mènè curated by Fernando Francés. Christian Maretti Editore.
«Painting is a way of connecting with myself and establishing a relationship with others. It is a way of stablishing a relationship with the Light ,with the Origin. It is a communication with God, with Eternity. Throught painting I reach my soul, I reach you.»
Owanto