Digital Art Exhibition Held To Boost Creative Ecosystem In Abuja

By Olakunle Olasanmi and Onuado Cynthia

A digital art exhibition organised by Elera Design Studio in collaboration with Stack & Hustle has provided a platform for creatives, tech professionals and business leaders to connect and explore emerging talent in Abuja.

The event attracted about 150 participants, including artists, builders, entrepreneurs and enthusiasts.

The exhibition, hosted by Ibi Fiberesima, marked the finale of a digital art contest aimed at strengthening the creative ecosystem.

Organisers said the initiative was designed not only to showcase talent but also to create opportunities for growth within the creative space.

They noted that prizes were intentionally structured to support participants’ development, with the winner receiving a ₦200,000 cash prize, while the second and third positions were awarded a one-month co-working subscription at Stack & Hustle and an Adobe creative subscription bundle respectively.

A major highlight of the event was the Canvas of Wonders, which showcased selected works spanning 3D modelling, photo manipulation and illustration. Each artwork was embedded with a QR code linking directly to the creator’s profile, enabling real-time interaction and live audience voting.

Interactive sessions also featured prominently, including a “Canva Challenge,” where two teams—Mac and Windows users—competed to design flyers within 15 minutes, drawing strong reactions from attendees.

In addition, a graphic tablet exploration segment allowed participants to experiment with digital drawing tools, offering first-time users hands-on experience.

Some of the participating creatives, who interacted with attendees, explained the concepts and processes behind their works, adding depth to the exhibition and fostering meaningful connections.

At the end of the event, winners of the contest were announced, with Destiny Remy emerging as the overall winner, followed by Lexx Abbey in second place and Mbonobong Eyo in third place.

Highlighting the importance of the event Fiberesima said, “The turnout and level of engagement underscore the growing demand for structured creative platforms in Abuja,” adding that “future editions of the exhibition will be expanded to further support the city’s creative industry.”