christopher samuel idowu (b.1995, lagos, nigeria) is a multidisciplinary artist whose practice explores the layered intersections of memory, spirituality, and the human experience. through painting, sculpture, and print-based processes, his work navigates fleeting moments—both earthly and ethereal—while grounding these reflections in deeply personal and historical contexts.

during his residency at dot.ateliers, idowu experimented with clay while exploring his visual language on canvas. he developed a new body of work inspired by the rammed earth architecture of the residency’s south la site and observations of the community surrounding the environment. his experimentation with different mediums marked a deeper engagement with materiality and decay, tracing how surface, texture, and time bear witness to transformation.

his practice is rooted in storytelling—both personal and collective—and is deeply informed by a commitment to spiritual reflection. drawing from his christian faith, Idowu’s work often contemplates the human search for connection with the divine, infusing his compositions with a quiet sense of reverence, symbolism, and existential inquiry. whether through spontaneous gestures or calculated processes, Idowu’s works are tactile explorations of presence, absence, and the sacred. his techniques blend earthy-toned washes, silkscreening, and photographic references to evoke memory and resonance.

beyond the studio, his time at dot.ateliers was shaped by meaningful community connections and moments of quiet joy: sharing films with fellow artists, hosting workshops with school children, and grounding himself in the rhythms of the local landscape. These encounters, he notes, have deepened his commitment to building an intentional and interconnected art practice.

in his own words, christopher encourages future residents to “make judicious use of the opportunity, be intentional, enjoy every moment, and interact with the art landscape of the community.”