Chris Ofili-Artist

Chris Ofili's art is full of African vibrancy and throught provoking stances on the beauty of the Continent of Africa.  Born in Nigeria and living in London; he's also,the winner of the prestigious Turner Prize.Mr. Ofili's work once ignited a media frenzy at the Brooklyn Museum because the image of the Madonna has dried elephant dung attached to the canvas. His recent show at the David Zwirner Gallery in Chelsea is titled, "Afro Margin" runs until October 24, 2009. This show has eight pencil drawings of various states of objects influenced by the artist. Run don't walk to see this great show in a beautiful space.