Jemila Isa

(b. London, UK)

Isa is a contemporary British-Nigerian artist working with painting, sculpture, and animated videos. Her work explores diverse ideas about the black female experience within the context of West African culture, as well as our collective role across the wider diaspora.

“My practice examines the shared expectations of African women through the lens of religion and spirituality, offering a broader commentary on the societal role of the church, as well as the profound impact of African spirituality on the lives of women in Africa and across the broader diaspora."

Exhibitions

Current-

In Her Spirit: London, Bolanle Contemporary (Sadie Coles HQ, The Shop)- March 2025

Upcoming-

To Be Titled: Cape Town, Stevenson Gallery (Stage)- May 2025

Past-

Unvisited Dreams: Memories in practice: London, Lofty (Black Curatorial)- June 2024

Catharsis: London, Chelsea Centre for Creative Industries- June 2024

Works on Paper 6: London, Blue Shop Gallery- April 2024

Awards/Grants

Art Council England, DYCP grant (round 18)- October 2023

Residencies

Black Blossoms Studio Residency- January 2025

Press

Art Plugged- March 2025