[3] He comes from a family of blacksmiths who helped him acquire his skills with metal before pursuing art as a career.
After seeing interest in his art from a man in the French Embassy who acquired one of his statues, they joined him in using recycled parts to make artworks.
[5] Biokou is based in Porto Novo, Benin, where Vodun (or Voodoo) is an official religion practiced by 40% of the population.
A common theme in his artworks is the depiction of professions, like musicians or soldiers, as well as Voodoo spirits and priests.
He utilizes recycled metal from different objects for his sculptures, like bicycle chains, car rims, gears, and screws.