History always repeats

Ilunga's drawings are an exploration of African history and evolution, using contemporary imagery in old styles to create nuanced iterations of alternate realities. Through her work, Ilunga seeks to bring attention to uncomfortable colonial Congolese imagery and even personifies the Covid-19 virus. Her drawings are visually striking, rich in detail, and layered with mysterious content.

A prevalent theme in this series is the collective subconscious, as Ilunga draws inspiration from analytical psychology to create complex compositions that take the viewer on a journey. Her drawings capture different theories and concepts around the human experience, highlighting the glamorization and lack of awareness around general history.

Ilunga's work is a fusion of ancient mythology and the styles of the great masters. She explores different versions of herself and creates fantastical, surreal landscapes. Through stylization, manipulation, and the caricature of self-portraiture, she creates visually stunning drawings that invite the viewer to consider the complexities of history and the human experience.