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Yellow Buses (the Popular Colour Known For Transport Buses And Taxi In Lagos, Nigeria. 2013

Ogunnusi Dolapo

Bold strokes of yellow pulse with city energy. Lagos rides in rhythm-chaotic, vibrant, alive. A portrait of motion and identity. View more

Orelope Street (outdoor Study Along My Studio Street) 2013

Ogunnusi Dolapo

A quiet pencil sketch of daily life. The street breathes with routine and reflection where art meets the ordinary, and every corner holds a story. View more

Eegun Oniwo (masquerade) 2013

Ogunnusi Dolapo

Lines dance with mystery. The masquerade emerges as memory and myth-an echo of heritage cloaked in ritual and reverence. View more

Figure Study With Charcoal 2021

Ogunnusi Dolapo

A solitary form rendered in shadow. The body becomes language-silent, expressive, vulnerable. A study in presence and absence. View more

Makoko Charcoal 2021

Ogunnusi Dolapo

Charcoal captures the pulse of Makoko-gritty, graceful, alive. A portrait of survival drawn from the soul of the waterfront. View more

Old Sekere 2021

Ogunnusi Dolapo

Wrinkled hands cradle rhythm. The sketch sings of age and tradition where music is memory and every beat tells a tale. View more

Gender Equality 2022

Ogunnusi Dolapo

Two figures, balanced in form and gaze. A sketch that speaks of dignity shared where equality isn't a concept, but a posture of mutual respect. View more

The Professor 2022

Ogunnusi Dolapo

Wisdom etched in charcoal. His eyes hold stories, his silence teaches. A portrait of intellect, friendship, and the quiet power of presence. View more

On State (charcoal Study) 2022

Ogunnusi Dolapo

A lone figure in thought-charcoal shadows wrap around him like politics. The state becomes personal, and the personal becomes a quiet protest. View more

Eegun Ajisafe (masquerade) 2022

Ogunnusi Dolapo

Mystery cloaked in tradition. The masquerade dances between worlds spirit and soil, myth and man. A sketch of ancestral echoes. View more

Amuludun 2022

Ogunnusi Dolapo

Joy in motion, drawn with reverence. The entertainer becomes a vessel where laughter, rhythm, and culture converge in celebration. View more

Bata Drummer 2021

Ogunnusi Dolapo

Hands mid-beat, body in rhythm. The sketch pulses with tradition where sound becomes spirit and movement becomes memory. View more

Besty Mi 2021

Ogunnusi Dolapo

A tender portrait of friendship. Lines curve gently around affection, capturing the quiet joy of being seen and cherished. View more

Ajantala Masquerade 2022

Ogunnusi Dolapo

A figure cloaked in myth. The masquerade straddles realms-childlike mischief and ancestral mystery, drawn with reverence and wonder. View more

Luminous Isolation 2024

Christopher Ankeli

This piece captures the quiet dignity of a dwelling standing firm against the consuming dark. The glowing light within offers a symbolic warmth, representing the enduring human spirit and hope... View more

Lagos Rush Hour 2010

Christopher Ankeli

The blurred motion and electric tangle of city life transform a mundane commute into a symphony of movement and mood. This artwork reflects the tireless energy and beautiful chaos... View more

The Long Walk Home 2024

Christopher Ankeli

A solitary silhouette is swallowed by the imposing, foggy cityscape, suggesting introspection and the quiet journey of life. The mood of uncertainty mirrors the personal challenges we all face,... View more

Shadows Of Nocturne 2024

Christopher Ankeli

Utilizing deep, oppressive tones, this abstract piece explores the emotional weight of night and the profound mystery of hidden spaces. Flashes of bold color represent fleeting moments of clarity and... View more

Urban Monolith 2024

Christopher Ankeli

The imposing structure dominates the composition, representing the overpowering scale of modern infrastructure over the individual. Yet, the small figures below affirm the persistent, quiet existence of humanity within these... View more

Rooftop Cluster 2024

Christopher Ankeli

Layers of corrugated iron and close-knit houses depict a community bound by shared proximity and life's simple realities. This crowded perspective celebrates the intricate, organic growth and resilience of... View more

Deep Night Village 2024

Christopher Ankeli

This work plunges the viewer into near-total darkness, where the tiny, illuminated windows become beacons of life and connection. It emphasizes the profound comfort and safety provided by home in... View more

Rust Belt Residences 2024

Christopher Ankeli

The warm, textured browns of aged roofs and walls tell a story of longevity, decay, and enduring character. This portrayal honors the deep history and rugged spirit embedded in the... View more

Under The Eaves 2024

Christopher Ankeli

Soft, cool light bathes the small congregation of figures standing beneath the shelter of simple homes. The scene evokes a feeling of quiet companionship, highlighting the necessity of human... View more

Roadside Gathering 2024

Christopher Ankeli

Figures are paused against a stark, horizontal wall, creating a narrative moment of waiting or shared purpose in an open landscape. It speaks to the universal rhythm of migration and... View more