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Cosmos Mark Ukenedo

Professional Painter & Contemporary Visual Artist
Founder, ART of COX Studio

Artist Bio

Cosmos Mark Ukenedo is a professional painter and contemporary visual artist whose work explores the limitless possibilities of creative expression in the 21st century. He hails from Imo state Nigeria and holds a Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design from a School of Art, where he developed a strong foundation in visual communication, composition, and innovative artistic practice. He worked in one of the biggest advertising companies as a senior art director for years, he is well experienced in marketing communications and corporate branding.

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Ukenedo is the founder of ART of COX, a studio coined from his name that represents a new dimension of contemporary art. His work is not confined to a single style or subject; instead, it is defined by versatility, experimentation, and a wide range of innovative ideas. Through his art, he seeks to expand horizons and awaken the full potential of the creative mind.

Combining traditional painting techniques with modern concepts, Cosmos continues to create works that reflect imagination, originality, and the evolving spirit of contemporary art.

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Artist Statement

Art, for me, is a language of endless possibilities. It is a space where ideas, emotions, and visions meet to form a visual dialogue with the world. My work is rooted in versatility—an exploration of form, color, texture, and concept without limitations.

Through ART of COX, I embrace a new dimension of contemporary art that is not restricted to one style or subject. Instead, my creative process is driven by innovation, experimentation, and the continuous search for fresh perspectives. Each piece is an invitation to the viewer to think, feel, and rediscover the power of imagination.

My goal is to create art that awakens the creative mind, challenges visual expectations, and contributes to the evolving narrative of contemporary painting in the 21st century.

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Selected Works

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1. Crocodile Hunter

• Medium: Oil Pastel and Charcoal

• Size: 14 × 14 in

• Year: 2022

• Description:Crocodile hunters of Southern Ethiopia, depicts the fierceness and tenacity of the fearless hunters.

2. One and Half​

• Medium: Oil Pastel 

• Size: 22 × 28 in

• Year: 2022

• Description: A none asymmetric mask of the unknown, depicting the 3 major tribes in Nigeria, The Hausa, Yoruba and Igbo. the 3 major tribe makes up the majority in the country 

Women of Atlanta

• Medium: Acrylic on Canvas

• Size: 48 × 73.5 in

• Year: 2022

• Description: The painting celebrates the women of Atlanta, portraying their beauty, strength, and dedication. It reflects the many women seen each day contributing meaningfully to their communities while building distinguished career paths for themselves and creating brighter futures for their families.

Studio Profile

ART of COX

ART of COX is the creative studio of Cosmos Mark Ukenedo. The name reflects both personal identity and artistic philosophy. The studio represents a new dimension in contemporary art—one that is versatile, innovative, and open to limitless creative exploration.

Through this studio, Cosmos produces original paintings, experimental works, commissioned pieces, and collaborative art projects.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Design

Exhibitions

• 2008 — Joint Exhibition Enugu Art Center

Commissions & Collections

• ICAN Head Quarters local collections

Contact Information​

Cosmos Mark Ukenedo
Founder, ART of COX Studio

• Email: coxmoxmark@gmail.com

• Phone: +8322835704 

• Instagram: @artofcox

• Website: www.artofcox.com