Odartey Aryee
​Born in Accra, Ghana
Lives & works in Vancouver, Canada and Accra, Ghana.
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Odartey’s artistic practice is deeply rooted in cultural understanding, where he constantly pursues to redefine a contemporary visual language. His distinctive style carries effortlessly into his professional work, where a sharp eye for detail and engaging storytelling come to life.
Recognition
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2024 - Panelist - Simon Fraser University, SOCA
2024 - Guest Lecturer - University of British Columbia, SALA
2023 - Panelist - Vancouver Black International Film Festival
2022 - Sony World Photography Awards Nominee
2022 - Panelist - Uni. of Copenhagen, School of Global Health
2021 - Climate Crisis Film Festival Jury
2019 - GUBA Awards USA - Most Influential Artist Nominee
2018 - Kuenyehia Prize for Contemporary Arts Nominee
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Exhibitions & Festivals
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2025 - Shadows of Light - Capture Photography Festival
2024 - Within The Mould, Against The Grain - BlackArts Centre
2024 - Beyond The Visible - EmilyCarr Uni, Vancouver
2024 - Berlinale Forum / Expanded - Berlin
2024 - African Film Society / CITP - Accra
2023 - African Film Festival New York
2022 - Sony World Photography Awards
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