‘Eternal Bond’

‘Eternal Bond’, 2025

Ken Egu of  Books of Egu

Giclee on Canvas, Stretched, Ready to Hang – 18″ x 24″

‘Eternal Bond’ is a heartfelt portrait from the Endangered Series capturing a father and child elephant sharing a quiet moment at a water hole. Their connection symbolizes strength, legacy, and vulnerability—reminding us of the deep familial ties that exist in the animal kingdom. This piece sheds light on the devastating impact of poaching and environmental destruction, urging us to protect these majestic beings before such bonds are lost forever.

Ken Egu is an award-winning director, artist, and educator specializing in interactive media and film production. Born in Nigeria and raised in the Bay Area, Ken now resides in Los Angeles, where his work reflects his African heritage through vibrant, Afrocentric art styles and metaphorical storytelling.

With a Master’s Degree in Interactive Media & Game Design from USC and a Bachelor’s in Digital Media Arts from Duquesne University, Ken merges academic excellence with creative innovation. His accolades include the 2018 Los Angeles Animation Festival Humanitarian Award for “Land of the Free?” and the 2020 Cantina Arts Foundation #ArtCannotBeCancelled Award. Ken also created “The Forerunners Gospel” mobile games, earning the 2021 Intellectuapp “Apps of the Month” Award.