Dunnie Onasanya – also known as Dunnie O to her hundreds of thousands of followers – is particular about sparking joy and positivity through her work. The creative entrepreneur works at the intersection of fine art and interior design, and since she began her career in 2018, her artistry has evolved into creating striking abstract murals and canvas paintings for living spaces.

Beyond creating on canvas and walls, Dunnie leverages Instagram to create a strong presence by consistently documenting her creative processes, milestones and also sharing positive affirmations and thoughts. She speaks with Black Ballad on pursuing a creative career, her style, her journey, and the goals she has achieved.

This interview has been edited for length and clarity.