CREATIVE CURRENTS WITH QUADRI MORIN

 

CREATIVE CURRENTS WITH QUADRI MORIN (QUADMOR)

ISSUE 7.0  Feb. 2026

Interview Conducted By Olulana Mofiyinfoluwa

Designed by Chiagozie Mbuba

ORIGIN & CREATIVE IDENTITY 

Q. In a world where noise often overshadows intention, you choose focus. What influences the stories you tell visually? 

A. My visual stories are influenced by real-life experiences and moments of quiet reflection; the internal conversations people rarely express but constantly live with. I have experienced and observed the tension between who we are expected to be and who we are becoming. Decluttering has also become my way of resetting, so visually I am always asking; what truly matters here, and what can be stripped away without losing meaning? 

Q. How would you describe your creative journey so far, and what experiences have shaped your voice as a digital artist? 

A. My creative journey started as a form of expression for my inner dialogues. These dialogues push me to listen deeply and observe behaviors and patterns around me, while trying to understand the context behind them. Over time, art became the space where I could explore these questions without needing clear answers. Living and working across different creative disciplines has also helped shape a voice that is both reflective and intentional. 

RESTACKING THE ODDS – THE CONCEPT 

Q. Why was this the right time to tell this story through an exhibition? 

A. Honestly, the right time to start this conversation was many years ago. But for this exhibition, it felt right because I realized that self-empowerment is not something that is done and dusted; it is something we return to every day. I wanted people to recognize and appreciate that reality in their own lives. Many people are silently renegotiating their lives; redefining success, healing from setbacks, and questioning narratives they once accepted. My exhibition allows for pause. Unlike fast digital consumption, it invites people to stand with discomfort and possibility. Restacking The Odds needed physical space because the conversation it starts is internal, slow, and reflective. 

Q. What emotional or psychological states were you exploring while creating these pieces? 

A. I was exploring uncertainty, self-doubt, and quiet determination. There was a recurring tension between exhaustion and hope; between destinations and starting points. Many of the pieces emerged from moments where I felt stuck, yet aware that staying still was also a choice. Psychologically, the work reflects the process of reframing situations as motivation rather than failure.

 

Q. Walk us through your creative process; from idea to final piece.
A. The process usually begins visually. Emotions create a mental image in my head, and I reflect on the question that image might be answering. I sketch loosely and sit with the idea until it fully forms. From there, I experiment visually with characters, line work, and color. The final stage is about restraint; knowing when to stop, when the piece has said enough without over-explaining itself. 

SELF-EMPOWERMENT & RESILIENCE 

Q. Have you had moments where you had to “restack the odds” in your own life? 

A. Oh yes, many times; often in subtle ways rather than dramatic ones. Restacking the odds has meant choosing what I believe in over what I was taught to believe, redefining success on my own terms, and continuing to show up creatively even when outcomes were uncertain. It is less about winning and more about showing up honestly. 

Q. What does “reclaiming your story” look like in today’s world? 

A. Reclaiming your story today means disengaging from constant comparison and external metrics. It means deciding who gets to define your worth. In a world that rewards performance, reclaiming your story is choosing presence, self-awareness, and authorship over approval. 

DESIGN, STORYTELLING & PROCESS 

Q. Are there specific visual elements or motifs we’ll see repeatedly in this exhibition? 

A. Yes. You will see repetition through fragmented forms, and occasionally polka dot motifs. These elements reflect disruption, emotion, and movement. Nothing is accidental; each repetition reinforces the idea that growth is not linear, but iterative. 

IDENTITY & EMOTIONAL TRUTH 

Q. What conversations do you hope Restacking The Odds sparks around self-awareness and inner growth? 

A. I hope it sparks conversations about personal accountability without self-blame. About recognizing patterns, unlearning inherited narratives, and creating space for emotional honesty. The work invites viewers to ask themselves; where am I still playing by rules that no longer serve me?

 

Q. Is there a particular piece in the exhibition that holds the most personal meaning for you? 

A. Yes. There is one piece that emerged during a period of deep uncertainty. It represents a turning point; not because everything became clear, but because I chose to continue without clarity. That decision changed how I approach both art and life. 

THE EXPERIENCE 

Q. What should visitors expect to feel when they walk into the exhibition space? 

A. Visitors should expect a sense of stillness, reflection, and quiet confrontation. The space is designed to slow you down. Ideally, people leave feeling seen rather than instructed; challenged but not judged. 

IMPACT & LEGACY 

Q. What does success look like for you beyond numbers and recognition? 

A. Success looks like resonance. When someone recognizes themselves in the work and feels less alone in their internal struggles. It is about depth over reach; impact over applause.

 

Q. How do you hope your art empowers others navigating their identity? 

A. I hope the work reminds people that identity is not fixed, except for biological identity. It is permissible to evolve, to question, and to start again. Empowerment comes from realizing you are allowed to choose to redefine yourself at any point.

 

Q. What message do you want people to leave with after experiencing your work? 

A. That setbacks are not verdicts and Life is always about choosing. Not choosing to take control of your life and destiny is also a choice to not be in control of your life and destiny. That sort of awareness is power. And that restacking the odds often begins with an internal decision long before any external change appears.

LOOKING FORWARD 

Q. How has Restacking The Odds changed you as an artist and as a person?

A. It has made me more honest. I am less concerned with perfection and more committed to truth and expression. As a person, it has reinforced the importance of patience; trusting the process both creatively and personally. 

Q. Where do you see your creative journey evolving in the next few years? 

A. I see my practice expanding across mediums; combining art, design, and storytelling in more immersive ways. Restacking The Odds also has a documentary coming up. This came from questions that could not sit on the wall with the art; questions that needed real people and real stories to make a deeper impact. I am interested in building experiences that live beyond galleries; spaces where reflection, community, and growth intersect.