Eugene Ofori Agyei: KNUST Alumnus Makes History, Wins Carlos Malamud Prize Totalling GH¢155.1K

• An old student of the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology has put Ghana on the map by winning a prestigious award
• Eugene Ofori Agyei has been awarded the Carlos Malamud Prize and fellowships from NCECA and Artaxis
• Netizens who saw the post congratulated the young man and expressed their views in the comments section
• In an exclusive interview with YEN.com.gh, a Ghanaian artist congratulated Eugene and explained why the arts should be encouraged

A former Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) student Eugene Ofori Agyei, has made Ghana proud by winning a prestigious award in the United States of America.

The young man has made history at the University of Florida by winning the Carlos Malamud Prize and fellowships from the National Council on Education for the Ceramic Arts (NCECA) and Artaxis.

He's been awarded $10,000, an equivalent of GH¢155,100 for his impressive sculptures.

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Who is Eugene Ofori Agyei?

Eugene Ofori Agyei, a Ghanaian-born artist and educator living in Alfred, New York, has a rich profile.

He completed his studies at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology in Kumasi (KNUST), in 2018.

He obtained a BA in Industrial Art, majoring in Ceramics, and received his MFA from the University of Florida in 2023.

He's won several awards and nominations, for instance in 2020 he received the University of Florida Grinter Fellowship and the 2023 Harold Garde Graduate Studio Art Award.

He was nominated for the Outstanding Master’s and Professional International Student Awards at the University of Florida in both 2022 and 2023.

His artwork has been featured in solo and group exhibitions across several U.S. states, including Florida, Maine, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Ohio, Virginia, Connecticut, California, and New York.

In 2023, he held his first solo museum exhibition at the Rollins Museum of Art in Florida. On the international stage, his work has been showcased in Turkey and recently caught the attention of renowned German art collector Franz, Duke of Bavaria, who acquired three of Agyei’s pieces and plans to place them in museums.

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Ghanaian artist congratulates Eugene

In an exclusive interview with YEN.com.gh, a Ghanaian artist, Wilson Brefo extended his heartfelt congratulations to Eugene and explained why creative artists should be encouraged in Ghana.

"Artistic talents can lead to successful careers. Many people assume that art is just a hobby, but the truth is that there are numerous career paths available to artists, from graphic design and illustration to fine art, teaching, and more. The arts contribute significantly to society. Art has the power to inspire, educate, and bring people together.

"Artists play a vital role in shaping culture, preserving history, and promoting social change. Art can be a viable career path with hard work and dedication. While talent is important, success in art also requires hard work, dedication, and a willingness to continuously learn and grow," he said.

Netizens react to Eugene's achievement

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Netizens who saw the video expressed mixed reactions in the comments section. Many congratulated Eugene for his achievement.

@KelvinJ83948 wrote:

"Congratulations Mr. Eugene."

@Vanhelsing8111 wrote:

"So he didn't make the history at Knust but rather in another university. Oh Ghana."

Ghanaian artist draws Nana Ama McBrown

Earlier, YEN.com.gh reported that Ghanaian artist, Ansah the Artist, received praise after making a beautiful double-vision portrait of actress Nana Ama McBrown.

After making the post, the actress took to the comment section to respond to his request of how he could present the portrait to her.

The lovely painting got many people admiring his talent, while others hailed McBrown for responding to the video.

Source: YEN.com.gh