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FREE African Folktale Activity Book

Free African Folktale Activity Book by Vivian Uwakwe

FREE African Folktale Activity Book This printable book is COMPLETELY FREE. It is based on the African Folktale “How The Tortoise Broke It’s Shell” which teaches children not to be greedy.  It is the first in a series of African Folktales for children being created by me. Just download the PDF file, print and give […]

Nedu Number Nine (Animated Series)

Nedu Number Nine (Animated Series)

Nedu Number Nine is an animated series conceived in 2019. It chronicles the journey of a boy torn in between his passion for football and his father’s wishes for an alternative career path. It is a deep, thought-provoking series filled with fun, hmour and unexpected turns and twists.

Gigi Globetrotter Girl (Animated Series)

Gigi Globetrotter Girl (Animated Series) by Vivian Uwakwe

Gigi The Globetrotter Girl is an animated series conceived in 2021 and will be brought to fruition soon. It chronicles the adventures of a little African girl trotting around the world and learning new things.

AFRICAN FOLKTALE – How The Tortoise Broke Its Shell

The Journey Of Creation: From Idea To Picture Book ‘How The Tortoise Broke Its Shell’ is the first book in a series of African Folktales I will be publishing. I documented the creation process with several interesting videos. Bookmark this page or subscribe to the playlist here. Video 1 Join The Book Launch Team! Video 2 Video 3 Video 4 Video 5

From Discouraged Child to Thriving Illustrator: My Inspiring Art Journey!

My-Art-Journey-Vivian-Uwakwe

I have started documenting the challenges, low points, and highlights of my art journey and you can watch the first vlog here on my YouTube Channel. Why was an obviously artistically talented child discouraged from pursuing art and instead, keenly encouraged to pursue anything else? How did an adult finally get the courage to pursue a childhood […]

Editorial Illustration of Jollof Rice for Dua Lipa’s Service95

Editorial Illustration of a bowl of Seafood Jollof Rice by Vivian Uwakwe, African Artist for Dua Lipa's Service95 Issue046-Jollof-Rice

It was an honour for me to be commissioned to create this editorial illustration of a plate of seafood jollof rice for Dua Lipa’s Service95 in December, 2022. It’s a #Jollof Christmas this year! The team at @service95 make passionate artists like me know that we made the right decision pursuing our passion. Special thanks […]

Hire Me For Your Children’s Book Project

Children's Book Illustration Of A Tortoise By Vivian Uwakwe

I have helped clients around the world to bring their children’s books projects to life. You can hire me to do same for you. Reach out by filing this contact form and I will revert back to you. 

Feminist Notebook For A Boss Girl

Feminist Notebook For A Boss Girl

Boss Girl Notebook CLICK TO BUY NOTEBOOK CLICK TO BUY wall art This is a boss girl notebook with an Afrocentric vibe. With this “Boss Girl Vibes” Notebook/Journal for women and girls to write in, getting an Afrocentric present or gift for a black businesswoman or girl should not be daunting anymore. It is one out of several notebooks […]