Born in London and raised in Lagos, Nigeria, Orry Shenjobi explores the complexity of identity and its deep connection to community. She examines how people see themselves, how they’re seen by others, and how cultural heritage, memory and everyday life contribute to that understanding. With her multidisciplinary practice rooted in photography and documentation, Orry creates immersive, multi-dimensional pieces. Through her work, she invites us to see, remember and engage as she celebrates people, their communities and their traditions.
In this short video, Moi Aussi presents Shenjobi’s artwork Peace and Love, a heartfelt celebration of Nigeria’s vibrant traditions in conversation with contemporary fashion. The design is inspired by Nsibidi, an ancient system of symbols from Southeastern Nigeria. These symbols, which have been used for centuries to convey messages of peace and unity, are not just decorative; they carry profound meanings of love and wisdom. By incorporating these into modern eyewear, Orry has created a dialogue between the past and the present, tradition and innovation. The chosen colours are full of significance; gold symbolises wealth, prestige and the vibrancy of life, while black represents strength, resilience and the grounding power of the earth. The matte finish of the glasses pays homage to the natural materials traditionally used for Nsibidi carvings, like stone and wood. This artwork is a call to action – to centralise love, connection and peace in life.
Shenjobi is one of the 100 artists who are part of Moi Aussi, an artistic and cultural project with an anthropological background, which aims to break down the barriers of art, as well as any human and cultural boundaries. Moi Aussi brings together artists from all over the world to transform an everyday object – a pair of glasses – into a work of art in its own right.
Moi Aussi aims to promote and support art and artists across its platforms and communication channels, spreading their story to the world as well as creating a space for exchange and collaboration. One such space is the ExChiesa dell’Abbazia della Misericordia, in Venice, which at the end of 2025 will open its doors as a residence for artists and art gallery.
Videography by Marco Da Re
Photography by Kevin Lee
