Favour Ben’s art is all about the human hair and the stories one can draw from them. She refuses to show her subject’s faces, believing that the hair and the back of their head portray all the information needed. The human hair being one of
Favour Ben’s art is all about the human hair and the stories one can draw from them. She refuses to show her subject’s faces, believing that the hair and the back of their head portray all the information needed. The human hair being one of
Photography, while being a formidable artform in its own right, might sometimes be considered limited especially when compared with traditional paint on canvas. Kikelomo Solomon-Ayeni confidently refutes that notion with bold, experimental photography works that border on abstraction. These pieces are socially pressing and urgent
Unwana Efiong’s art serves as an extension of her person, her innermost self to be more precise. She creates as a release of pent-up creative energy, rather than seeing art as her own way of expressing her deluge of emotions. Unwana, hailed from Akwa Ibom
Afolabi Fakunmoju is an artist whose journey through the world of art is as vibrant and diverse as his creations. Specialising in landscape digital art, Afolabi’s works are vibrant and dreamy, and can be considered as an aspirational representation of real life. Born into a family
Armstrong Agoreyo, a talented artist known for his unique paper collage artworks, traces his artistic roots back to his childhood, when he discovered the world of cartoons and comic books. Influenced by adventures of characters like Tin-Tin and the Super Strikers, Armstrong began to spend
Slawn, born Olaoluwa Akeredolu-Ale, isn't a basic Nigerian artist. What he creates as art isn't his most impressive deliverable, either. Rightfully, he gets applauded for his achievements, but his provocation skill is what deserves lauds. Great art can be loud, though a panoply of colourful
Isaiah Oyelade creates nature inspired art for himself and the audience. These works are culturally relevant and have connected with people in Africa and beyond. Growing up in Nigeria, Isaiah comes from a strict family and found solace in drawing birds and insects, inspired by
This oil, acrylic on canvas painting features two little girls about the age of ten in front of a house. One of them is holding a basin which has a rough sketch of Nigeria’s 10 naira note imprinted on it. The other girl holds a
Samuel Olajide of Suprtoons Trove creates his art with multiple layers within. While the bright colours and cartoon-esque presentation might appeal to children, the meanings that lie beneath the surface make them satisfying for second, third and fourth viewings. Growing up in a polygamous family, where
Favour Agumadu is a mixed media creator. He identifies as a messenger in the context of his ideas, and he carries himself as an artist’s artist. Favour digs deep in his works— for material and for inspiration. His journey, catalogue and insights speak for him,