Iwalewa Gallery

Agbadu Peter , 1990, Nigeria.

Born on March 4, 1990, AGBADU PETER is a distinguished artist based in Lagos, Nigeria. He is an alumnus of Auchi Polytechnic, where he earned an Ordinary National Diploma (OND) in General Art in 2011 and a Higher National Diploma (HND) in Painting in 2014. Following his National Youth Service Scheme, he has dedicated himself to his craft as a...

Born on March 4, 1990, AGBADU PETER is a distinguished artist based in Lagos, Nigeria. He is an alumnus of Auchi Polytechnic, where he earned an Ordinary National Diploma
(OND) in General Art in 2011 and a Higher National Diploma (HND) in Painting in 2014. Following his National Youth Service Scheme, he has dedicated himself to his craft as a
full-time studio artist since 2016. AGBADU PETER’s artistic practice is characterized by a dynamic fusion of palette knife
techniques and expressive scribble lines, allowing him to convey profound narratives
and emotions. Primarily working in oil and acrylic, he masterfully captures the essence
of “inspiring fleeting moments,” inviting viewers to engage with the transient beauty of life. His accolades include winning the prestigious 1st prize in the 2014 Delta State Most Gifted competition, hosting the acclaimed City View exhibition in 2016, and earning the title of 2nd runner-up in the 2018 Limca Freestyle and Culture competition. Exploring themes of nature, human identity, and the intricate interplay of energy and
vibrations, AGBADU PETER's work reflects his belief that “chaos leads to beauty, as
everything is constantly changing.” Currently, he is on a quest to reconnect with African
traditional and cultural practices, showcasing the diverse forms of traditional worship
and the vibrant energies of dance. In a world marked by constant change, AGBADU PETER draws inspiration from his environment, transforming everyday experiences into compelling subject matter. His impressionistic approach to color and form has garnered recognition, distinguishing his
work in a contemporary art landscape often dominated by abstraction. With numerous group exhibitions and art fairs across Nigeria, AGBADU PETER is establishing himself as a significant voice in contemporary art, resonating with audiences both locally and internationally. His innovative techniques and unique perspective promise to captivate and inspire viewers at any exhibition.

AGBADU PETER 's Artworks

Embrace Of The Shade, 2021

Agbadu Peter

Dominated by deep, solemn hues and heavy outlines, this piece explores themes of melancholy, acceptance, and the beauty found within emotional darkness. The deliberate shadowing emphasizes the subject's profound interiority and depth.

Abstract Gathering Iv, 2020

Agbadu Peter

The final piece in this series of abstracts presents a dark, symmetrical collection of shapes, embodying a stable but intricate communal design.

Abstract Gathering Iii, 2020

Agbadu Peter

This abstract work uses dark, geometric shapes and swirling lines to create a dynamic structure, suggesting a complex framework of social interaction.

Abstract Gathering Ii, 2020

Agbadu Peter

A slightly more open variation of the complex abstract form, featuring dark shapes that interlock and overlap, continuing the theme of dense communal gathering.

Abstract Gathering I, 2020

Agbadu Peter

A complex, near-square abstract work in dark tones, where interlocking shapes suggest a closeknit group or an architectural form under pressure.

Harmony In Silence, 2021

Agbadu Peter

A slender canvas whispers serenity through its gentle balance of form and space. This piece reflects silence as a strength, drawing the viewer into a moment of calm reflection and stillness.

Whispers Of Dawn, 2021

Agbadu Peter

Subtle textures rise like morning light. The artwork suggests hope awakening from the quiet of night, portraying resilience and anticipation in every brushstroke. A poetic meditation on new beginnings and renewal.

Silent Echoes, 2021

Agbadu Peter

Narrow yet powerful, this painting explores memory and time. The minimalist approach deepens the resonance of form, reminding us how silence can carry both longing and strength in the human journey.

Echoes Of Tranquility, 2018

Agbadu Peter

Gentle strokes dissolve into stillness, evoking peace and balance. This work transforms simplicity into strength, inviting the viewer to pause, reflect, and find calm within the shifting noise of daily life.

Roots Of Memory, 2018

Agbadu Peter

Layers of color recall deep roots and ancestral ties. This painting honors history as living presence, where memory becomes both burden and gift, grounding the viewer in continuity and belonging.

Shadows Of Grace, 2017

Agbadu Peter

Elongated forms capture grace in motion. Shadows and light intertwine, speaking of resilience and dignity. A contemplative work were fragility and strength meet in quiet harmony, evoking timeless human poise.

Radiance Within, 2018

Agbadu Peter

A luminous composition glowing from within. Bold strokes merge with subtle textures to reveal an inner radiance that resists concealment. This painting reflects the light of endurance shining through adversity.

Veil Of Reflections, 2018

Agbadu Peter

Hazy tones evoke shifting layers of memory, like reflections beneath a veil. The work suggests hidden depths, reminding us how the past quietly shapes our present identity and personal journeys.

Contours Of Hope, 2018

Agbadu Peter

Gentle contours rise like whispers of promise. This painting captures the resilience of hope, unfolding slowly yet persistently, like light filtering through darkness to illuminate the path toward renewal.

Melody Of Stillness, 2018

Agbadu Peter

A visual melody emerges through silence. Subtle tones and elongated strokes create a rhythm of contemplation, where stillness speaks louder than noise, reminding us of beauty in quiet presence.

Timeless Restraint, 2018

Agbadu Peter

Restrained yet evocative, this work reveals power in simplicity. Every line feels deliberate, holding back while offering depth. It mirrors the patience of time and the discipline of endurance.

Echo Of Grace, 2016

Agbadu Peter

Compact yet commanding, this piece embodies grace woven through struggle. Its subtle hues convey poise, dignity, and quiet resilience, speaking softly yet powerfully about the beauty of lived experience.

Quiet Resolve, 2017

Agbadu Peter

Firm strokes portray determination in stillness. This painting suggests resilience not through loud defiance but quiet persistence, embodying the strength of endurance that holds steady through time's challenges.

Echoing Shadows, 2017

Agbadu Peter

Shadows stretch across textured forms, recalling memories both fleeting and permanent. This work conveys the interplay between remembrance and forgetting, speaking to how time casts its imprint on us.

Silent Flame, 2018

Agbadu Peter

A subdued fire burns beneath layered tones. This painting suggests passion tempered by patience, revealing how inner flames of desire and resilience endure even in silence and quiet persistence.

Rising Currents, 2018

Agbadu Peter

Flowing forms ripple across the canvas, evoking unseen currents of strength. The piece reflects resilience rising quietly, as determination swells beneath calm surfaces, carrying the spirit forward unrelentingly.

Echoes Of Time, 2018

Agbadu Peter

Layers of brushwork mirror shifting seasons, where time etches its stories into color and form. This painting captures the inevitability of change and the grace of timeless endurance.

Whispered Strength, 2016

Agbadu Peter

Subtle yet powerful, this painting whispers strength through delicate forms. It captures resilience in its quietest expression, affirming that power need not roar-it can emerge gently, beautifully, and enduringly

Balance Of Light, 2019

Agbadu Peter

Light and shadow converse across the canvas, reflecting harmony in duality. This work celebrates the delicate balance of contrast, reminding us that beauty is often born where opposites meet.

Song Of Memory, 2018

Agbadu Peter

Memory unfolds like a song, each stroke a note carrying fragments of lived experience. This painting resonates with nostalgia, weaving past and present into a poetic visual composition.

Dreaming Horizons, 2018

Agbadu Peter

Broad strokes stretch across the canvas like expanding horizons. This piece speaks of dreams unbound, a vision of possibility unfolding, urging viewers toward endless discovery and renewed hope.

Strength In Silence, 2018

Agbadu Peter

Large yet contemplative, this painting magnifies the power of silence. It embodies resilience in stillness, where the vastness of space amplifies the quiet determination of the human spirit.

Veins Of Memory, 2017

Agbadu Peter

Textured lines resemble veins carrying memory through time. This artwork reminds us that the past flows within us, nourishing identity while shaping the future with quiet, persistent influence.

Silent Horizon, 2016

Agbadu Peter

A horizon stretches into silence, suggesting both distance and closeness. This piece evokes longing, where the vastness of the unknown becomes a mirror for hope, patience, and possibility.

Flames Of Endurance, 2019

Agbadu Peter

Vibrant tones flare within layered textures, embodying resilience that refuses to fade. This painting celebrates endurance as a fire that sustains, illuminating strength through life’s shifting seasons.

Unbroken Silence, 2019

Agbadu Peter

Despite absence of time markers, the piece resonates timelessly. Its expansive forms embody silence unbroken, reminding viewers that strength often lives in the unseen, enduring beyond recorded years.

Breath Of Shadows, 2019

Agbadu Peter

Shadowed tones breathe across the canvas, creating a rhythm of presence and absence. This artwork mirrors life’s constant interplay between clarity and mystery, light and concealment, fragility and strength.

Boundless Reflections, 2019

Agbadu Peter

Reflections expand without boundary, dissolving distinctions between past and present. This piece offers a meditative field where memory and imagination coexist, inviting viewers to wander within limitless possibilities.

Veil Of Silence, 2019

Agbadu Peter

Silence drapes the canvas like a veil, concealing and revealing at once. The work embodies mystery as a form of beauty, urging contemplation of the unseen stories it carries.

Timeless Pathways, 2019

Agbadu Peter

Interwoven strokes form pathways across the surface, timeless and enduring. This painting suggests life’s journey as cyclical, a constant interplay of return and renewal that carries us forward.

Echoing Light, 2019

Agbadu Peter

Light reverberates across textured surfaces, echoing persistence. This piece radiates resilience and remembrance, offering a luminous reminder that even within silence, brilliance endures and continues to shine unyieldingly.