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Ikenga is the name given to three significant design projects: the 1967-69 Ikenga motorcars, 1977 Ikenga Catamaran, and the 1986-92 Ikenga Autogyros. Ikenga, a figure/mask in the Ibo culture and mythology of eastern Nigeria, symbolizes the creative life force; "the personal shrine of man's right hand." It is a symbol of justice and equity in a communal and social context, and a reminder of one's sacred obligation to honor those we cross paths with on the journey through life. Ikenga automobiles were designed as contemporary Ikenga masks on wheels facing skyward to spirit.
The
most challenging aspect of these projects was ingesting the information
required to manifest my dream/vision while having no technical or engineering
experience. However, libraries are great resources and a heartfelt
gift was collaborating with men and women - friends and strangers on
the path - who shared their talents, knowledge and financial backing.
Auto, boat, and aircraft prototypes required a creative focus of six
months to a year from ideation to completion; beautiful scores expressing
a vision that, to me, remains "Future
Linked."
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