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mike kure

Michael Oghenekaro Oyinbokure (Mike Kure)

Mike Kure is a Nigerian photographer whose work explores African identity through the lens of belonging. Based between Lagos and London, his photography challenges common stereotypes of African identity by capturing authentic, unguarded moments that reflect universal themes rooted in African heritage.

Mike’s unique approach to photography combines digital and traditional techniques, offering a fresh perspective on the African experience.

Mike’s unique approach to photography combines digital and traditional techniques, offering a fresh perspective on the African experience. His photography has been featured in major international exhibitions, including Henarch Gallery in London United Kingdom (2025), The Holy Art Exhibition in Amsterdam and Paris (2024), Circular Art Space in London (2024), and Our Heritage at London’s Sociable Mooring Club (2023). As a finalist for the Circa Art Prize and the London Dubel Prize, Mike's contributions to visual storytelling continue to shape the narrative of African identity on the global stage.

Solo Exhibitions

2024

  • Masked Realities, Play Room Gallery, London United Kingdom
  • In bloom, Holy Art Gallery, Amsterdam Netherlands

2021

  • Through the eyes of a black Explorer, Retro Africa, Abuja, Nigeria

Group Exhibitions

2025

  • Boundaries & Boarders, Henarch Galleries, London United Kingdom

2024

  • Oasis, Circular Art Space, Bristol United Kingdom
  • Echos of the Past, Holy Art Gallery, Paris France
  • Falling, Henarch Galleries, London United Kingdom

2023

  • Boundless Horizons, Our Heritage, London sociable mooring club, United Kingdom

Commissions and Projects

2025

  • commission work : Klat Magazine, Cardiff UK
  • Adaptation root ; Art Workshop with Michael Kure, playroom gallery London uk [ Workshop ]
  • Jotta Project: Fashion collaboration with Groovy and Batalonea, London UK

2024

  • Roots Runs Deep : A commission for Villagers, UK
  • Soft Life ski Project: collaboration with SLS, UK
  • Unlocked Homes, commission marketing project. London UK

2022

  • Feels; A commission for Soibi Botanicals Lagos, Nigeria

2019

  • Billboard commercial Portrait, Photography commission work for Tropical Naturals Limited Lagos Nigeria