CURRICULUM VITAE
I. Personal Data
Name: Charles Goye Tobin Omuaru, Ph. D
Rank: Reader (Associate Professor)
Date of Birth: 7th July, 1962
Telephone Number: 08033364500c
Gmail: [email protected]
II. INSTITUTIONS ATTENDED WITH DATES
| S/NO | INSTITUTION | DATE |
| 1 | Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, Rumuolumeni, Port Harcourt | 2016- |
| 2. | University of Uyo, Uyo | 2011-2016 |
| 3. | University of Uyo, Uyo | 2005-2010 |
| 4. | University of Ibadan, Ibadan | 1992-1995 |
| 5. | Rivers State College of Education, Port Harcourt | 1988-1991 |
| 6. | Rivers State College of Education, Port Harcourt | 1983-1986 |
| 7. | Government Comprehensive Secondary School, Borokiri Port Harcourt | 1976-1980 |
| 8. | State School, Bakana, Delga, Rivers State | 1970-1975 |
III. ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS WITH DATES
| S/N | CERTIFICATES | DATE |
| 1 | Ph.D (Sculpture) (Studio) | 2016 |
| 2. | M. A. (Art Education) | 2010 |
| 3. | M. A (African Art History) | 1995 |
| 4. | B. Ed. (Fine Art) | 1991 |
| 5. | NCE (Fine and Applied Arts and Religion) | 1986 |
| 6. | WASC O/Level | 1980 |
| 7. | First School Leaving Certificate (FSLC) | 1976 |
IV. AFFILIATION TO PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATION
- Member, Society of Nigerian Artists (SNA)
- Member, Sculptors Association of Nigeria (ScAN)
- Member, Forum of Educational Bench markers in Nigeria
V. TEACHING EXPERIENCES
| S/NO | INSTITUTION | LEVEL | DATE |
| 1 | Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, Rumuolumeni Port Harcourt | Associate Professor | 2019 |
| 2 | Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, Rumuolumeni Port Harcourt | Senior Lecturer | 2016 |
| 3. | Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, Rumuolumeni, Port Harcourt | Lecturer l | 2008 |
| 4. | Rivers State University of Education | Lecturer ll | 2003 |
| 5. | Rivers State College of Education | Assistant Lecturer | 1995 |
VI. SELECTED STUDENTS’ M. A. DISSERTATION SUPERVISION
| S/N | NAME OF STUDENTS | DISSERTATION TITLES | DATE |
| 1 | Umoh, Aniedi Michael | Mbopo Traditions: A Mixed Media Exploration of Waste Palm Kernel Shells and Resin for Outdoor Sculpture | 2017/2018 |
| 2. | Ganagana, Onyidoubra | Exploration of Coarse Sack Fabric with Resin for Sculpture of Endangered Amasoma Dance | 2017/2018 |
| 3 | Wiche, Johnson Bekwele | Studio Exploration of Fibre-Glass and Fabric for Academic Icon | 2017/2018 |
| 4 | Nnanna Michael, O. Ndukwe | Engaging Fibre-Glass Sculpture in Visual Arts Narrative: An Adaptation of Oloo Festival of Ekoli Edda | 2017/2018 |
| 5 | Oduaga, O. Uviomo-Mayes | Sculptural Representation of The Role Artists in University Development | 2017/2018 |
| 6 | Nwarisi, Austine Austino | Studio Exploration of Fibre-Glass and Wood Dust for Atilogu Sculpture | 2017/2018 |
| 7 | Evelyn Tada Jenewari | Evaluation of Primary School Cultural and Creative Arts Curriculum Implementation in Universal Basic Education in Rivers State | 2017/2018 |
| 8 | Obot, Felix Denis | Sculptural Expression of Motherhood and Academic Pursuit: Utilisation of Palm Fiber Matt in Sculpture. | 2016/2017 |
| 9 | Alikor, B. Nkemakolam | Studio Exploration of Niger Delta Royal Wood Sculpture: An adaptation of Aquatic Motifs for Traditional Decoration | 2016 /2017 |
VII. SELECTED STUDENTS’ BACHELOR OF EDUCATION PROJECT SUPERVISION
| S/N | NAME OF STUDENTS | PROJECT TOPICS | DATE |
| 1 | Okoro, Thankgod | Sculptural Representation of the Importance of Drumming and Drummers in RunNdele | 2018 |
| 2 | Okonkwo, Ginika Florence | Fish Water Fountain: A Sculptural Exploration of Aquatic Sculpture for Environmental Decoration | 2017 |
| 3 | Nwaala, Adline Erinma | Constructing kiln with Locally Sourced Material | 2014 |
| 4 | Archi Chukwumela Felix | Improvisation of Ceramic Potters kick Wheel | 2013 |
| 5 | Nelson Gift Uba | Oba of Ogbaland: Exploration of local technique in alloy casting in sculpture | 2012 |
| 6 | Achinike, Anwuri | Freedom: A Sculptural Study in (POP) Plaster of Paris | 2007 |
| 7 | Naibi Raheem Okanilawon | Mother: A Sculpture in Stylistics | 2007 |
| 8 | Ume Moses C. | Causes and Effects of Truancy in Fine Arts Classes: A Case Study of Community Secondary School, Okpor Ominini | 2007 |
VIII. DEPARTMENTAL, FACULTY AND INSTITUTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
| S/N | WORK APPOINTMENT /COMMITTEE MEMBERSHIP | RESPONSIBILITY | DATE |
| 1. | Member | Postgraduate School Ph.D. defence Committee | 2019-2022 |
| 2. | Ag. Head, Department of Fine and Applied Arts | To see the day to day running of the department. To see to the academic welfare of students, coordinate academic and non-academic staffers. Recommend for promotion and discipline academic and non-academic staffers | 28th January, 2019 to 2021 |
| 3. | Chairman, FAA/PG Board Committee | Administer Postgraduate Programme of the Department, Compute Result and any other Assignments Regarding the Programme. | 2016-2019 |
| 4. | Chairman, Exhibition sub-committee | To organize yearly exhibition | 17th Sept., 2014 |
| 5. | Chairman, Exhibition Sub-Committee of 2012 | Same as above | Feb. 8, 2012 |
| 6. | Ag. Head, Department of Fine and Applied Arts | Same above | October, 2012 |
| 7. | Member, Ceremonial Committee for 2010 Convocation | Same as above | 2010 |
| 8. | Member, Rivers State University Foundation Day Committee | Functions:To inform senate the essence of the dayMake reference to other institutionsDesign activities of foundation day | 28th July, 2010 |
| 9. | Member: Monitoring Team for the Rivers State University of Education Primary Schools | To verify the staff, facilities and quality of teachingCompare the above with other institutions and make recommendations | 5th January, 2010 |
| 10. | Ag. Head, Department of Fine and Applied Arts | Same as above | 25th October, 2010 |
| 11. | Hostel Warden (Female), Ndele Campus | In charge of workers in the halls of residence, – take responsibilities of all administrative matters concerning female welfare on campus | 22nd Oct. 1999 |
| 12. | Member, Ceremonial committee for 2004/2005-2008/2009 convocation Chairman, Exhibition Sub-Committee | Same as above.As chairman of Exhibition Committee, I directed and produced successful convocation exhibition | 2009 |
| 13. | Ag. Head, Department of Fine and Applied Arts | To see the day to day running of the department. To see to the academic welfare of students, coordinate academic and non-academic staffers. Recommend for promotion and discipline academic and non-academic staffers | 20th November, 2008 |
| 14. | Member, Ceremonial Committee for 2000 Convocation | Co-opted to Function as Decorator of Halls and Producer of Convocation Banners | 2000 |
IX. EXTERNAL ASSESSOR
| S/N | INSTITUTION | RESPONSIBILITY | DATE |
| 1. | Federal College Of Education (Technical) Omoku | Assessment of Candidate for Promotion to the rank of Chief Lecturer | Nov. 2021 |
X. AWARDS/CERTIFICATIONS
| S/N | AWARDS/CERTIFICATES | AWARDING INSTITUTION | DATE |
| 1 | Contributions to the development of visual arts | Rivers State Indigenous Visual Artists | 20th September, 2021 |
| 2 | World Ambassador for Peace Award (AMBP) | United Nations –Polac Foundation | June 03, 2015 |
| 3. | Gold Medal Nomination | ABI America Biographical Institute, Inc. Publishers of Biographical Reference Works Since 1967 | January 12, 2007 |
| 4. | Nomination for Biographical Inclusion. The international Directory of Experts and Expertise | ABI America Biographical Institute, Inc. Publishers of Biographical Reference Works Since 1967 | September 8, 2006 |
| 5. | Nomination of American Biographical Institute Inc. “Man of the Year” | ABI America Biographical Institute, Inc. Publishers of Biographical Reference Works Since 1967 | October 27, 2006 |
XI. COMMUNITY SERVICE
| S/NO | Position Venue | Date |
| 1 | Invitation to participate in international exhibition by PACA/Association of Art Edcastion Environment A.A.E.E. | 21- 28 May, 2022 |
| 2 | Invitation to participate in Moriri Gallery 2022 Exhibition Serrieson Niger Delta Soot problem of our time | April 8th – 24th April, 2022 |
| 3 | Request for presentation of paper by the Indigenous Artists, Port Harcourt | 11th May, 2020 |
| 4 | Request for presentation of paper by Association of Fine arts and Design Students Association , University of Port Harcourt, Port Harcourt | 18th, September, 2019 |
| 5 | Resource Person to the Visual Arts Career Enlightenment Campaign in secondary schools in Port Harcourt Metropolis, organized by 3rd Eye Impressions Development; by the Promoters of Creative Arts for Development. No. 2 Wonodi Street GRA, Phase ll | 23-8-2019-31/8/2010 |
| 6. | Chairman, Ignatius Ajuru University of Education Staff Co-operative Investment and Credit Society Limited, IPO Estate Development Committee | 12th December, 2018 |
| 7 | Chairman: End of year Get-together Committee of the New Senior Staff Quarters Residents Association, Ignatius Ajuru University Education Rumuolumeni, Port Harcourt. Rumuolumeni Campus. | 2015 |
| 8 | Resource Person to the Visual Arts Career Enlightenment Campaign in secondary schools in Port Harcourt ll, organized by 3rd Eye Impressions and Development: Promoters of Creative Arts for Development, No. 2 Wonodi Street, GRA, Phase ll | 2nd – 15th December, 2012 |
| 9 | Resource person for the Niger Delta Snapshots Photo Exhibition, Novotel Hotels, Port Harcourt | 11TH August, 2010 |
| 10 | Resource person: To speak on the Artists’ Profession during Goldsprings High school’s Career Day of the Senior Secondary Arm of Montessori International School, No. 21 Rumuibekwe Lane, GRA, Port Harcourt | 20th May, 2010 |
XII. THESIS AND DISSERTATIONS
| S/NO | Topic/Title | Degree | Date |
| 1. | Studio Production of Endangered Kalabari Otobo Masquerade Headpieces in Bronze Technology for Preservation and Conservation in Rivers State. | Ph. D (Sculpture) | 2016 |
| 2. | Attitude of Junior Secondary School towards Creative Arts in Port Harcourt Metropolis | M. A. Art Education | 2010 |
| 3. | Sculpture in Seki Masquerade of Kalabari: : Bakana as a Case Study | M. A (African Art History) | 1995 |
| 4. | Kalabari Iria Culture in Sculpture | B. A. ED | 19991 |
| 5. | Painterly Expression of Kalabari Iria Culture (Project) | NCE | 1986 |
XIII: COMMISSIONED ARTWORKS/PROJECTS
| S/N | NAME | ARTWORK/PROJECT | COMMISSIONED BY (INSTITUTION AGENCY) | LOCATION | DATE |
| 1 | Omuaru, Charles G. T. | Design, Production and Mounting of Sign Lettering of University fate at Ndele Campus | Ignatius Ajuru University of Education (Prof. Ozo-Ndimele Mekuri) | Ndele Campus, | 2019 |
| 2. | Omuaru, Charles G. T. | Design, Production and Mounting of Sign Lettering of University fate at St. John’s Campus Diobu | Ignatius Ajuru University of Education (Prof. Ozo-Ndimele Mekuri) | St John’s Campus Diobu | 2018 |
| 3. | Omuaru, Charles G. T. | Portrait Painting of of. C. J. Okocha | Committee of friends | Port Harcourt | 2018 |
| 4. | Omuaru, Charles G. T. | Portrait of Late Tobin Aboko Omuaru | The family | Bakana, Rivers State | 2018 |
| 5. | Omuaru, Charles G. T. | Portrait Painting of Governor Wike | I.A.U.E, P.H. Prof. Kinane | Rumuolumeni, port Harcourt | 2016 |
| 6. | Omuaru, Charles G. T. | Design, Production, Mounting of Sign, Lettering and Logo on University Gate at Rumuolumeni Campus | Ignatius Ajuru University of Education (Prof. Rosemond E. Osah-Ogulu | Rumuolumeni Port Harcourt | 2011 |
| 7. | Omuaru, Charles G. T. | Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, Port Harcourt Logo, Design and Production | Ignatius Ajuru University of Education (Prof. Rosemund E. Osah-Ogulu | Rumuolumeni, Port Harcourt | 2010 |
| 8 | Omuaru, Charles G. T. | Monument of Rev. Kabari, Kaani, Bori | The Family | Bori | 2010 |
| 9. | Omuaru, Charles G. T. | Portrait Painting of Chief and Prof (Mrs.) Obi | Ijeoma Obi | Rumulumeni Port Harcourt | 2009 |
| 10. | Omuaru, Charles G. T. | Design and Production of Certificate for Christian Religion Studies Programme for former College of Education (COE) | Ignatius Ajuru University of Education (Prof. Rosemond Osah-Ogulu) | RumuolumeniPort-Harcourt | 2009 |
| 11 | Omuaru, Charles G. T. | Production and Installation of IAUE Logo (Sculpture on Senate Building, Rumuolumeni Campus, Port Harcourt | By Prof. Rosemond D. Osah-Ogulu, Ignatius Ajuru university of Education Rumuolumeni, Port Harcourt | Rumuolumeni, Port Harcourt | 2009 |
| 12 | Omuaru, Charles G. T. | Proto-type design of Ignatius Ajuru University of Education Rumuolumeni, Port Harcourt Degree Certificate | Ignatius Ajuru university of Education Rumuolumeni (Prof. Rosemond D. Osah-Ogulu | Rumuolumeni Port Harcourt | 2009 |
XIV. BOOK COVER DESIGN
| S/N | NAME | TITLE OF BOOK | AUTHOR | DATE |
| 1. | Omuaru, Charles G. T. | Book cover design on “Introduction to Curriculum” | Dr. N. Agina-Obu | 2003 |
| 2 | Omuaru, Charles G. T. | Book cover design on PACA Dak’ Art OFF Exhibition Catalogue, Darkar Senegal 2022 | Association of Art Education Environment[email protected] | 2022 |
XV: ART EXHIBITION
SOLO ART EXHIBITION
| S/N | NAME | TITLE | VENUE | YEAR |
| 1 | Omuaru, Charles G.T. | Conversation with Driftwood | National Gallery, Uyo, Akwa-Ibom State | 13th – 20th March 2017 |
| 2, | Omuaru, Charles G.T. | Transformation of Kalabari Otobo Masquerade Headpieces in Bronze | University of Uyo, Uyo | 16th – 23rd August 2016 |
| 3 | Omuaru, Charles G.T. | Hidden Forms in Rustic Materials | University of Uyo, Uyo | 28th-30th April, 2013 |
XVI. GROUP ART EXHIBITION
| S/N | Name | Title of Exhibition | Groups/Sponsors | Venue | Date |
| 1 | Omuaru, Charles G. T.(2022). | Engaging Space and its Metaphors as Memory | PACA, DAK’ART OFF 2022 | Daniel SoranoNational Theather, Dakar, Senegal | May, 21-29, 2022 |
| 2 | Omuaru, Charles G. T.(2022). | CLEARING THE AIR An exhibition of Contemporary art periscoping the problem and solution to soot in the Niger Delta. | Moriri Galley of Contemporary Arts | Moriri Galley of Contemporary Arts, Rumuogba | April, 8-24, 2022 |
| 3 | Omuaru, Charles G. T.(2021). | Novel NarrativesNew Frrames Reloaded | Society of Nigerian ArtistsRivers State Chapter | Moriri Gallery2 Tom Inko-Tariah Avenue Rumuogba Port Harcourt | |
| 4 | Omuaru, Charles G. T.(2021). | Tales of the Rivers V. Weathering the Storm | Rivers State Indigenous Visual Artists | Bongainvilea Hotels, 1A Abacha Road, Port Harcourt R/S. | 3rd-5thDec. 2021 |
| 5 | Omuaru, Charles G. T.(2020). | Tales of the Rivers IV | Rivers State Indigenous Visual Artists in Collaboration with the Nigerian Export Promotion Council | Aldgate Congress Hotels, Abacha Road, Port Harcourt R/S. | 12th-15th Dec., 2020 |
| 1 | Omuaru, Charles G. T.(2018). | Artforms: A Commemorative Exhibition in Honour of Prof. Stella Idiong | Department of Fine and Industrial Arts, Faculty of Environmental Studies, University of Uyo, Uyo | Prof. Stella Idiong Art Gallery, university of Uyo, Nigeria | 2018 |
| 2 | Omuaru, Charles G. T.(2016). | Innovation, 2016 Annual Juried Art Exhibition | FAA Department, IAUE, Port Harcourt | FAA Department, IAUE Rumuolumeni, Port Harcourt | 16th – 18th Nov. 2016 |
| 3. | Omuaru, Charles G. T.(2015). | New Frames | Society of Nigerian Artists, Rivers State chapter | Hotel Presidential, P/H Annual Juried Art Exhibition | 29th Sept – 3rd Oct. 2015 |
| 4. | Omuaru, Charles G. T.(2015). | Metamorphosis l of Mind and Material | Department of Fine and Applied Arts, IAUE, Port Harcourt | FAA Department, IAUE | 20th – 24th Oct. 2015 |
| 5. | Omuaru, Charles G. T.(2015). | Tales of the Rivers ll | Alliance Francaise, Rivers State Indigenous Artists | Alliance Francaise, Port Harcourt | 26th Sept – 10th Oct. 2015 |
| 6. | Omuaru, Charles G. T.(2013). | Art Burst 2015, 6th Juried Art Exhibition | Society of Nigerian Artists. Rivers State Chapter | Oboro Restaurant GRA, Port Harcourt | 2013 |
| 7. | Omuaru, Charles G. T. (2013). | Which Way: A Maiden Art Exhibition | Rivers State Indigenous Artists | Agbani Daerego Complex Port Harcourt | 14th– 28th Oc. 2013 |
| 8. | Omuaru, Charles G. T.(2013). | Tales of Our Dreams | Department of Fine and Applied Arts, IAUE Port Harcourt | FAA Department, IAUE, Ndele Campus, | 12th– 19th Dec. 2013 |
| 9. | Omuaru, Charles G. T.(2012). | No Limits | Freedom 4 style | Everrich, Choba Port Harcourt | 2012 |
| 10. | Omuaru, Charles G. T.(2012). | Expressing the Realities of Life | Fine and Applied Arts Department, Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, Port Harcourt | IAUE, Ndele Campus | 2012 |
| 11 | Omuaru, Charles G. T. (2011). | Art Burst 2011, 5th Annual Juried Art Exhibition | Society of Nigerian Artists, Rivers/Bayelsa Chapter | Le Meridian, Ogeyi place Port Harcourt | 2011 |
| 12, | Omuaru, Charles G. T. (2010). | Art Burst 2010 In Commemoration of Nigeria at 50 | Society of Nigerian Artists, Rivers/Baylesa Chapter | Le Meridian Ogeyi Place Port Harcourt | 2010 |
| 13. | Omuaru, Charles G. T.(2010). | Naija @ 50: Artists’ Perspective: Poems in the Mangrove | 3rd Eye Impressions and Development | Hotel Presidential @ Main Banquet Hall, Port Harcourt | 23rd – 31st Oct. 2010 |
| 14 | Omuaru, Charles G. T. (2008). | People and Places | Society of Nigerian Artists, Rivers/Bayelsa Chapter | Le Meridian Ogeyi Place Port Harcourt, | 2008 |
XVII. SHORT WRITINGS IN ART EXHIBITION CATALOGUES
| S/N | NAME | TYPE | TITLE OF EXHIBITION | ARTIST | YEAR |
| 1. | Omuaru, Charles G. T. (2022). | IntroductionTracing the pathways of the artist: Benjamin Ejiohuo, the Vekun exponent | VEKUN 1The Tale of Driftwood and Plastic Beautification | Dr. Benjamin Ejiohuo | 2022 |
| 2. | Omuaru, Charles G. T. (2021). | Introduction | ECLECTIC STROKES | Okujor Odey | 2021 |
| 3. | Omuaru, Charles G. T. (2019). | Foreword | Natural Phenomenon | Minimah Caroline Sopreala | 2019 |
| 4. | Omuaru, Charles G. T. (2019). | IntroductionSymphonies of lines and colours | Symphonies of lines and colours: Experimental Drawing Exhibition | Urekwerre Joe-Mgbakiri | July,2019 |
| 5. | Omuaru, Charles G. T. (2019). | Introduction | ODYSSEY: A Journey full of Adventures | Ejiohuo, Benjamin | 2019 |
| 6.. | Omuaru, Charles G. T. (2018). | Foreword | Conquest Solo Exhibition | Maduike Sam Sweet | 22nd Sept. 2018 |
| 7. | Omuaru, Charles G. T. (2018). | Introduction | Subjectivity (the Concept of the Iroko. A solo Art Exhibition | Owoicho Abraham | 2018 |
| 8. | Omuaru, Charles G. T. (2017). | Foreword | My Destiny (the Concept of the Eagle and the Chicken) solo Exhibition | Owoicho Abraham | 2017 |
| 9.. | Omuaru, Charles G. T. | Foreword | Tales of Our Dreams | FAA Department, IAUE Port Harcourt | 12th – 19th December, 2013 |
| 10.. | Omuaru, Charles G. T. (2013). | Foreword | Which Way” A maiden Art Exhibition | Rivers State Indigenous Visual Artist | 14th – 28th Oct. 2013 |
| 11. | Omuaru, Charles G. T.(2012). | Foreword | Expressing the Realities of Life | FAA Department, IAUE Port Harcourt | 23rd Sept. 2012 |
| 12. | Omuaru, Charles G. T. (2012). | Foreword | Poems in the Mangrove, 2012 | 3rd Eye Impressions & Development | 2nd – 15th Dec. 2012 |
| 13. | Omuaru, Charles G. T.(2011). | Foreword | Art Burst 2011 | Society of Nigerian Artist Rivers/Bayelsa chapter | 1st – 15th Oct. 2011 |
XVIII. EDITORSHIP/ CURATORIAL BOARD
| 1. | Member/Editorial Board, Global Scotechnology Research Centre, 15th January, 2022 |
| 2. | Member of editorial board: Benchmark Journals, Faculty of Vocational Education & Library Science, University of Uyo, Uyo, Nigeria. www.benchmarkjournals.com 13th December, 2021. |
| 3. | Member of editorial board: The Artist Journal (TAJ). A Journal of the Faculty of Environmental Studies, University of Uyo, Uyo, Nigeria. Volume 2, No. 4, November, 2018. |
| 4. | Member of editorial board: Book of Proceedings for the 2nd Annual Conference of the Faculty of Environmental Studies, University of Uyo, Uyo, Nigeria. International Conference (FESIC, 2018) 11TH – 14TH July, 2018. |
| 5. | Editor/Curator: Tales of Our Dreams, Fine and Applied Arts Department, Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, Rumuolumeni, Port Harcourt. Dec, 2013 |
XIX. BOOK PUBLICATIONS
| 1 | Omuaru, C. G. T (2002). Groundwork of Visual Arts: A Source Book. Ibadan: Hope Publications. 211 |
XX. CHAPTER IN BOOK
| 1. Omuaru, C. G. T (2021). Influences, Trends and development in Contemporary Art (Sculpture) Practice From visual Arts implantationto COVID-19 Pandemic. In Language, Leadership & Education in the new normal: A Feschrift of Professor Ozo-MEKURI Ndimele, PG 256-266 |
| 2. Omuaru, C. G. T (2018). Studio Practice Report on Experimental Casting in Aluminum Using Improvised Foundry. In Ekong, C. E. & Ekanem, J. E. (2018). Issues in Art: Research, Pedagogy and Practice in Nigeria. A Festschrist in Honour of Best Ochigbo at 60, Uyo: Department of Fine and Industrial Arts. 63-72. |
| 3. Omuaru, C. G. T. (2010). Kalabari Iria Ceremony. In Niger DELTA FOTOTALES – A View of the Niger DELTA THROUGH THE LENS. Port Harcourt: Niger Delta FOTO TALES. 9-11 |
XXI. SCHOLARLY JOURNAL PUBLICATIONS
| INTERNATIONAL PUBLICATIONS | |
| 1 | Omuaru, C. G. T. (2022). Challenges and effects of covid-19 pandemic on selection, Acquisition of electronic resources for visual arts on distance instruction during lockdown, 2020, IAUE, Nigeria. International journal of humanities and social sciences review. Vol. 5, (1) Feb. 2022. [email protected] 24-32 |
| 2 | Omuaru, C. G. T. (2022). A Discourse on History and Development of Selected Nigerian Clothing and Fashion: Challenges and Appropriateness in Nigerian Culture space. Millennium Development Goals (MDGS) A Research Journal on EDUCATION, Humanities, Management & Information Technology. International Centre for constructive Research (ICCR) Nelson Mandela University, South-Africa. 74-81 |
| 3 | Omuaru, C. G. T.(2021). Structural Analysis of Kalabari Otobo masquerade and Head pieces in Sculpture. International Journal of Arts, Physical, Social and Management Sciences. Vol. 3, 124-132 |
| 4 | Omuaru, C. G. T.(2020). Sculptures of Sokari Douglas Camp, ‘Alali Aru’ and ‘Primavera’: for National Development. International Journal of Education, Humanities and Multi Disciplinary Research. www.sunmesjournal.org. ISBN978-0-213168-1 |
| 5. | Omuaru, C. G. T., Goodluck C. I. (2021). Exploration of Aluminum Chips and Gel Coat Technique for Textural ENHANCEMENTOF Fiber-glass Sculpture:A studio Report. Helsiki Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities |
| 6. | Omuaru, C. G. T. (2019). The Role and Challenges of Internet and Information Technology (ICT) in Distance Education Programmes in Nigeria. Australian Journal of Arts and Scientific Research (AJASR) 20(2), 105-114. |
| 7. | Omuaru, C. G. T. and Okoronkwo, U. S. (2019). A. Discourse on Pricing and Value Placement in Nigerian Art Marketing. International Journal of Marketing and Communication Studies. ISSN 2545-5273. Vol. 4, No. 1 WWW.iiardpub.org |
| 8. | Omuaru, C. G. T. (2019). Concepts, Development and Application of Information Systems and Application Technology for Visual Arts Instruction. International Journal of Marketing and Communication Studies. ISSN 2545-5275 Vol. 4, No. 1 |
| 9. | Omuaru, C. G. T. & Ikechi E. (2018). Theatre and Comedy in Kalabari Masquerade Performances: Recipe for Continuity and Preservation of Masquerade Sculptures. Brazilian Journal of Arts and Sciences (Physical and Social). BJAPSS International Centre for Negro Studies and Development (ICNSD). Nov. 2018, 12(4). 61-70 |
| 10. | Omuaru, C. G. T. (2016). Review of Gender Challenges and Women Achievements in Visual Arts Practice: Nigeria in Focus. Millennium Development Goals: A research Journal on Education; Humanities, Management and Information Technology. MARCH, 2016, 9(1)74-79 |
| 11. | Omuaru, C. G. T. (2016). Use of Form and Body Pictographic Arts (TATTOO) Millennium Development Goals: A Research Journal on Education, Humanities, Management and Information Technology. March, 2016. 9 (1) 140-154 |
| 12. | Omuaru, C. G. T. (2016). Relationship Between Arts and Religion in Nigeria: A Case for Development. International Journal of Disciplinary Research. www.sunmesjournal.com 26-45. |
| 13. | Omuaru, C. G. T. (2016). The Art of Dance, Drama and Performance of Seki (Crocodile) Masquerade of Kalabari, Rivers State of Nigeria. A Discursive Narrative. www.nexusjournal.com. Journal of Humanities and Imperial studies 5(3) 30-49 |
| 14. | Omuaru, C. G. T.(2015). Goal Driven Approach to Successful Organization of Arts Exhibition Show in Nigeria. Semianda-sala Brazil: Universidade Federal De Santa Maria. 40-48 |
| 15. | Omuaru, C. G. T. & Peter U. (2015). The Visual Arts as Factor for Development in Nigeria. Semi Andarsada, Brazil: International Centre for Negro Studies and Development (ICNSD): Brazilian Journal of Arts and Science (Physical and Social) BJAPASS: UNiversidade Federal De Santa Maria. 9 (3) 98-103 |
| 16. | Omuaru, C. G. T. (2015). Driftwoods as Art Form: A Modern Sculptural Genre. Australian Journal of Arts and Scientific Research (AJASR) 20(2) 14-22 |
| 17. | Omuaru, C. G. T. (2015). Feminist Approach to Gender Disparity in Visual Arts Practice in Nigeria. Australian Journal of Arts and Science Research (AJASR). 20 (2) 93-102. |
| 18. | Omuaru, C. G. T. and Anselem, A. N. (2014). Impact of Art on Economic Development: The Nigerian Experience. Journal of Economics and Sustainable Development. Vol. 5, No., 2014 |
| 19. | Omuaru, C. G. T. (2014). Parental Background and Peer Group Influence on Students Attitude Towards Creative Art in Junior Secondary Schools in Port Harcourt Metropolis. www.sunmesjournal.com: International Journal of Education, Humanities and Multi-DisciplinaryResearch 3(6) 826-840 |
XXII. SCHOLARLY JOURNAL PUBLICATIONS (LOCAL)
| INTERNAL PUBLICATIONS | |
| 1. | Omuaru, C. G. T. (2022). The Value of Wood as Sculpture Material: A Discourse on Masquerade Headpiece Carving in Kalabari. Journal of Ceramics and Environmental Design. JOCED Vol. 9, (1). March, 2022 1-10 |
| 2. | Omuaru, C. G. T., Onyige, O. J. (2021). Comparative Study on National War Museum, Umuahia and Fine Arts Gallery of Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, Port Harcourt. GRASPACT Journal of Arts and Technology. Department of Fine and Industrial Arts, University of Uyo, Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. Vol. (1). No. 4 www.graspact.com.ng 104-113 |
| 3. | Omuaru, C. G. T. (2021). The Place of Art and Artists in a Depressed Economy: Nigeria in View. GRASPACT Journal of Arts and Technology. Department of Fine and Industrial Arts, University of Uyo, Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. Vol. (1). No. 4 www.graspact.com.ng 114-121 |
| 4. | Omuaru, C. G. T. (2021). Historical Development and Ethnographic Analysis of Visual Arts Marketing and Patronage in Nigeria. Egghead Aj ournal of Art ISSN 2636-4921 Vol. 6 (1) Department of Fine Art, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria 33-43 |
| 5. | Omuaru, C. G. T., Vite, C. J. (2020). Selected Prominent Female Artists in Nigerian Visual Arts’ Practice. South-South Journal of Humanities & International Studies. Vol. 3 (3). September, 2020 www.ssjhis.org 139-147 |
| 6. | Omuaru, C. G. T. (2020). Analysis of Form, Material, Technique and Content of works Presented in the Department of Fine and Industrial Arts Garden of University of Uyo, Uyo. The Academia An international Journal on Research and Development. Department of Sociology, Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, Rumuolumeni, Port Harcourt. Vol. 8 (2). March, 2020 ISSN:1899-8761 71-78 |
| 7. | Omuaru, C. G. T., Gbeneakor, T. N. (2020). Conservation and Prservative Challenges of Kalabari Masquerade Wood Sculptures. The Academia An international Journal on Research and Development. Department of Sociology, Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, Rumuolumeni, Port Harcourt. Vol. 8 (2). March, 2020 ISSN:1899-8761 104-116 |
| 8. | Omuaru, C. G. T., Onwuchey, P. (2020). Poster Ilustration on Child Abuse: An Example of Street Hawkers on Port Harcourt Highways and Streets. Kogi Journal of Sociology (kogjourn) Vol. 5 (2). September, 2022 156-169 |
| 9. | Gbeneakor, T. N., Omuaru, C. G. T. (2019). Studio Exploration of Melted Plastic Waste for Relief Sculpture Cast: A check on Urban Waste. Journal of Social and Policy Research. College of Management and Social Sciences. Salem University, Lokoja, Kogi State, Nigeria. 101-109 |
| 10. | Omuaru, C. G. T. (2018). Infrastructures and Visual Arts Entrepreneurial Development in Tertiary Institutions in Nigeria: Challenges and Prospects. South –South Journal of Humanities and International Studies. A Multi-Disciplinary Journal of the Faculty of Humanities, Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, Port Harcourt. December, 2018, 1 (4). 129-144 |
| 11. | Omuaru, C. G. T (2018) Vocational Skill Training on Product Packaging and Branding for Small and Medium Enterprises (SME). Icheke: A Multi-disciplinary Journal of the Faculty of Humanities December, 2018 16(4). 323-335 |
| 12. | Omuaru, C. G. T. & Uduak, P. (2018). Reformative Role of Skill Acquisition and Careers in Visual Arts Towards Poverty Reduction in Nigeria. Port Harcourt Journal of History and Diplomatic Studies (PJHDS). December, 2018 5(4) 219-234 |
| 13. | Omuaru, C. G. T. (2018). Historical Development of Instructional Design: Implications to Visual Arts in the Present-Day Classroom Processes. African Journal of Education Archives. A Publication of Forum of Researchers in Educational Benchmark (FOREB). July/Sept., 2018 5(1). 90-97 |
| 14. | Omuaru, C. G. T. (2018) Discursive Analysis of Innovative Instructional Strategies for Visual Arts Lesson Delivery. International Journal of Education Development. University of Uyo, Uyo Nigeria. July/Sept, 2018, 22(1) Pp. 54-6 |
| 15. | Omuaru, C. G. T. (2018). Field Trip for Data Collection on Preservation and Conservative Challenges of Kalabari Masquerade Headpieces. Journal of Languages, Literature and Communication. Department of English and Communication Art, Ignatius Ajuru Univeristy of Education, Rumuolumeni, Port Harcourt, May 2018 1(2). 1-8 |
| 16. | Omuaru, C. G. T. (2018). Discourse on Art Gallery and Curatorial Management in Nigeria University. Journal of Education, University of Uyo, Uyo, Nigeria. September, 2018. 10(2) 6-12 |
| 17. | Omuaru, C. G. T. (2018). Designing Teaching Strategy with Photography for Effective Lesson Delivery. Journal of Education, University of Uyo, Uyo, Nigeria. September, 2018, 10(1) 223-229. |
| 18. | Omuaru, C. G. T. & Peter, U. (2017). Culture and Tourism: A Recipe for Preservation of African Cultural Identity. Journal of Vocational Education and Technology (JOVET). December, 2017 13(1 & 2). 46-55. |
| 19 | Omuaru, C. G. T & Idatoru, S. H (2017). Developing Critical Potentials for Entrepreneurship in Visual Arts Marketing. The Business Master, Ignatius Ajuru University of Education. September, 2017 4.(3). 129-141 |
| 20. | Omuaru, C. G. T. (2017). Vocational Skill Acquisition for Entrepreneurial Development: A Case of Fine Arts in Rivers State Secondary Schools. Journal of Vocational Education and Technology (JOVET). December 5: (1-2). 61-69. |
| 21. | Omuaru, C. G. T. (2016). An Overview of Kalabari Masquerade Sculptures and Tradition. The Artist Journal of the Faculty of Environmental Studies, University of Uyo,, Uyo Nigeria. May, 2016 1(2) 27-36. |
| 22. | Omuaru, C. G. T. (2016). Influence of Modernism on Sculptural Arts Practice in Nigeria. The Driving Force. The Artist Journal (TAJ). A journal of the Faculty of Environmental Ftudies, University of Uyo, Uyo, Nigeria. October 1(3). 138-144. |
| 23. | Omuaru, C. G. T. (2016). Kalabari Traditional Art forms for Sustainable Development. The Artist Journal (TAJ). A Journal of the Faculty of Environmental Studies, University of Uyo, Uyo, Nigeria. May 1(2). 273-283. |
| 24. | Omuaru, C. G. T. (2014). Attitude of Students Towards Creative and Fine Arts Study; Review of Concepts and Theories. Icheke Journal of Faculty of Humanities, Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, Port Harcourt, May, 2014. 12(2). 252-267 |
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| 26. | Omuaru, C. G. T. (2014). Concept, Design and Interpretation of Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, Port Harcourt Logo. Ignatius Ajuru University of Education. International Journal of Educational Development. September, 2014. 4(2) 20-30 |
| 27. | Omuaru, C. G. T. (2013). Field Trip: An Activity Based Approach to Content Delivery in Fine Arts. Career Motivation in Secondary Schools. Journal of Vocational Education and Technology (JOVET).www.jovetonline.com Faculty of Vocational and Technical Education, Port Harcourt. December, 2013. 10(1&2). 123-134. |
| 28. | Omuaru, C. G. T. (2012). Kalabari Masquerade Traditions: Extrapolation of Culture-Aesthetics and Education for Sustainable Development. Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, International Journal of Educational Development. September, 2012. 2(2). 19-30 |
| 29 | Omuaru, C. G. T. (2008). Kalabari Masquerade Myth: A Study on Seki masquerade. Journal of Creative Arts. January – December, 2008. 4(1) 117-123 |
XXIII. CONFERENCE BOOK OF PROCEEDING/PAPER PRESENTED
| 1. | Omuaru, C. G. T. (2018). A Discourse on Capacity Building for Self-Reliance in Visual Arts’ Pricing. In: Building Capacity for Self-Reliance: Entrepreneurship and Environmental Development. Book of proceedings for the international conference of the Faculty of Environmental Studies (FESIC 2018). Faculty of Environmental Studies, University of Uyo, Nigeria 11th -14th July, 2018.168-174. |
| 2. | Omuaru, C. G. T. (2017). Vocational Skill Acquisition for Entrepreneurial Development: A Case of Fine Arts in Rivers State Secondary Schools. In: Vocational Skill Acquisition: A panacea for Sustainable Entrepreneurship Development in an Economy of Recession, 19th – 21st July, 2017. Volume 2. 256-262.The book of proceeding for the 2nd Annual conference of the Faculty of Vocational & Technical Education. |
| 3. | Omuaru, C. G. T. and Peter, U. (2017). Culture and Tourism: A Recipe for Preservation of African Cultural Identity and Development. In: Vocational Skill Acquisition: A Panacea for Sustainable Entrepreneurship Development in an Economy of Recession, 19th – 21st July, 2017. Volume 2. 247-255. |
XXIV. PAPERS PRESENTED IN CONFERENCES ATTENDED
| S/N | Name of Author/Title of Papers | Conferences | Organizations | Date |
| 1 | Omuaru, C.G.T. (2021). | 2ND International Conference of the Faculty of Humanities, held in Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, Port Harcourt, Nigeria. | Faculty of Humanities, held in Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, Port Harcourt, Nigeria. | 8th-11 Nov., 2021 |
| 2 | Omuaru, C.G.T. (2021). Exploitation of Africa’s Arts and Cultural Heritages for Sustainable Development: The Nigerian perspective | 1st International African Arts Association Conference: UNLOCKING THE CREATIVE POTENTIAL OF AFRICAN NATIONS THROUGH ARTS AND CULTURE IN POST COVID-19. Conference held in Kampala, Uganda | AFRICA ARTS ASSOCIATION | 24-26Sept, 2021 |
| 3 | Omuaru, C. G. T. (2021). A discourse on history and development of selected Nigerian clothing and fashion: challenges and appropriateness in the Nigerian Culture space | 2021 AE-FUNAI/ABU-ZARIA Conference & Exhibition | AE-FUNAI/ABU-ZARIA | 25th August, 2021 |
| 4 | Omuaru, C. G. T. (2021). Poster Illustration on Child Abuse: An example of street Hawkers on Port Harcourt Highways and Streets | Annual National Conference/Workshop held in Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, Port HarcourtChildhood Education & Self Reliance for Sustainable Development | National Association of childhood Motivators (NACM) | 24th-27thmay, 2021 |
| 5 | Omuaru, C. G. T. (2021). Challenges and Effects of COVID-19 Pandemic Lockdown on Selection and Application of electronic Resources | 2021 Annual international Conference on Remodeling Education in Nigeria through Technology Driven Curriculum | International Forum of Educational Benchmarkers , Department of Industrial Education, University of Uyo, Nigeria | |
| 6 | Omuaru, C. G. T. (2020). Exploration of Aluminum chips and gel-coat technique for textural enhancement on fiber-glass | 5th Annual International Online Conference | Department of Industrial Technology Education, Faculty of Education, University of Uyo | 14th– 18th September, 2020 |
| 7 | Omuaru, C. G. T. (2018). A Discourse on Capacity Building for self-Reliance in Visual Arts Pricing (168-174). IN. Book of Abstract 14-15 | Faculty of Environmental Studies International Conference (FESIC) 2018). Theme: Building Capacity for Self-Reliance: Entrepreneurship and Environmental Development. | Faculty of Environmental Studies, University of Uyo, Nigeria. | 11th -14th, 2018 |
| 8 | Omuaru, C. G. T. (2018). A Discourse on Capacity Building for self-Reliance in Visual Arts Pricing (168-174).IN. Book of Abstract 14-15 | Faculty of Environmental Studies International Conference (FESIC) 2018). Theme: Building Capacity for Self-Reliance: Entrepreneurship and Environmental Development. | Faculty of Environmental Studies, University of Uyo, Nigeria. | 11th -14th, 2018 |
| 9 | Omuaru, C. G. T. & Uduak, Peter (2017). Art and Cultural Media: A Panacea for Nation Building. IN. Book of Abstract. | Ignatius Ajuru University of Education Conference on 1st Language, Literature and Communication | Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, Rumuolumeni, Port Harcourt. | March 7th -8th 2018 |
| 10 | Omuaru, C. G. T. (2018). Discursive Analyses of Innovative Instructional Strategies for Visual Arts’ lesson Delivery. IN. Journal of Forum of Educational Bench Markers, Uni. Of Uyo. | 2018 Annual International Conference on “Re-thinking creativity and Innovation: Imperatives for life-long learning” | Forum of Educational BenchMarkers in Nigeria in Conjunction with Department of Vocational Education, University of Uyo, Uyo Nigeria | 3rd– 6th April, 2018 |
| 11 | Omuaru, C. G. T. (2018). Historical Development of Instructional Design, implication to Visual Arts in the Present day Clay Classroom. IN. Journal of Forum of Educational BenchMarkers, University of Uyo. | 2018 Annual International Conference on “Re-thinking creativity and Innovation: Imperatives for life-long learning” | Forum of Educational BenchMarkers in Nigeria in conjunction with Department of Vocational Education, University of Uyo, Uyo Nigeria | 3rd– 6th April, 2018 |
| 12 | Omuaru, C. G. T. (2018). Conservative Challenges of Kalabari Wood Masquerades. IN. Book of Abstract | The 3rd International conference on Tanure Ojaide: Life, Literature and the environment | University of Port Harcourt, Port Harcourt | May, 2nd – 5th 2018 |
| 13 | Omuaru, C. G. T. (2018). Goal Driven Approach to Successful Organization of Art Exhibition. IN. Book of Abstract 126 | Faculties of Arts/Humanities Association of Nigerian Universities (FAHANU), University of Calabar, Calabar. 2018 Maiden International conference. Theme: The Arts/Humanities: Past, Present and Future | Faculties of Arts/Humanities of Nigerian Universities (FAHANU) | 13TH-16TH April, 2018 |
| 14 | Omuaru, C. G. T. (2018). Designing Teaching Strategy with Photography for Effective Lesson Delivery. IN. Journal of Education, University of Uyo, Uyo, Nigeria. September, 2018, 10(1) 223-229. | 6th Annual National Conference on Education | University of Uyo, Uyo Nigeria. | 15th-18th Oct. 2017 |
| 15 | Omuaru, C. G. T. (2018). Discourse on Art Gallery and Curatorial Management in Nigerian Universities. IN. Journal of Education, University of Uyo, Uyo, Nigeria. September, 2018. 10(2) 6-12 | 6th Annual National Conference on Education | University of Uyo, Uyo Nigeria. | 15th-18th Oct. 2017 |
| 16 | Omuaru, C. G. T. (2018). Field Trip for Data Collection on Preservation and Conservative Challenges of Kalabari Masquerade Headpieces. IN. LALICO Journal of Languages, Literature and Communication. Department of English and Communication art. Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, Rumuolumeni, Port Harcourt. Vol. 1. No. 2. 1-8 | 30th Annual Conference of the Linguistic association of Nigeria | Linguistic Association of Nigeria | December 4th -8th 2017 |
| 17 | Omuaru, C. G. T. & Uduak, Peter (2017). A recipe for Preservation of African Cultural Identity. IN. Book of Conference Proceeding. 46-55 | 2nd Annual Conference of the Faculty of Vocational & Technical Education. In: Vocational Skill Acquisition: A Panacea for Sustainable Entrepreneurship Development in an Economy in Recession. | Faculty of Vocational & Technical Education, Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, Rumuolumeni, Port Harcourt. | 17th July, 2017 |
| 18 | Omuaru, C. G. T. (2017).Vocational Skill-Acquisition for Entrepreneurial Development. IN. Book of Conference Proceeding. 256-277 | 2nd Annual Conference of the Faculty of Vocational & Technical Education. I n: Vocational Skill Acquisition: A Panacea for Sustainable Entrepreneurship Development in an Economy in Recession. | Faculty of Vocational & Technical Education, Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, Rumuolumeni, Port Harcourt. | 17th July, 2017 |
XXV. WORKSHOP ATTENDED
| S/N | WORKSHOP | ORGANIZATIONS | DATE |
| 1 | Third Postgraduate School Capacity Building Workshop | Postgraduate School, Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, Port Harcourt, Nigeria. Postgraduate School, Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, Port Harcourt, Nigeria. | 26th February, 2021 |
| 2 | Digital Literacy and Certification Programme for Academic Staff of Nigerian Universities | Information and Communication Technology Centre (ICTC), Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, Port Harcourt | 15th Sept., 2021 |
| 3 | A One-Day Workshop on maintaining integrity and discipline at work | Directorate Of Quality Assuarance and Profetional Ethics, Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, Port Harcourt | 1ST March, 2022 |
| 4 | Postgraduate School Capacity Building Workshop for Lecturers. Theme: Meeting the Needs of the 21st Century Society Through Research | Postgraduate School, Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, Port Harcourt, Nigeria. | Tues 21st May, 2019 |
| 5 | International Master class Leadership Workshop | Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, Port-Harcourt, Nigeria | 12th& 14th May, 2019 |
| 6 | Faculty of Education, Ignatius Ajuru University of Education “Excellent Hour” 2nd Edition. Topic: Advanced Research Process in Education. | Faculty of Education, Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, Rumuolumeni, Port Harcourt | 14th September, 2018 |
| 7. | Workshop on Postgraduate Examinations and Records Process. | Postgraduate School, Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, Rumuolumeni, Port Harcourt. | 10th August, 2017 |
| 8. | International Session/Training for Non-Teaching & Some Senior Teaching Staff. | Faculty of Humanities, Ignatius University of Education, Rumuolumeni, Port Harcourt. | 6th March, 2014. |
HOBBIES
READING AND TRAVELLING
REFEREES
Prof. John Agberia
Department of Fine Art and Design
University of Port Harcourt
Port Harcourt, Nigeria.
Prof. Kingdom E. Orji
Department of History and Diplomatic Studies
Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, Port Harcourt,
Nigeria.
Prof. Kontein Trinya
Department of English and Communication Art
Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, Port Harcourt,
Nigeria.