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A Moment Of Reflection 2016

Babatunde Kesa

Bathed in a fragmented light, this portrait captures a profound moment of contemplation. The subject is immersed in a world of vibrant, abstract colors, suggesting an inner landscape as rich... View more

Weight Of Heritage 2016

Babatunde Kesa

The strength of a woman is portrayed through a masterful display of balance and grace. Her gaze, though obscured, speaks volumes, suggesting a quiet fortitude as she carries the metaphorical... View more

Morning Commute 2016

Babatunde Kesa

With dynamic, impressionistic brushstrokes, the artist captures a fleeting moment of everyday life in motion. The rider's forward momentum is palpable, a quiet symbol of daily resilience and the purposeful... View more

Benson 2020

Babalola Lawson

A dynamic and expressive piece where colorful, abstract forms intertwine. The work's chaotic energy and interplay of forms and colors represent the complexities and bustle of urban life. View more

The Guardians 2021

Babalola Lawson

The piece depicts two stylized figures whose rounded forms are covered in detailed, delicate patterns. The focus on geometric and organic motifs highlights a sense of unity and balance. View more

Forest City 2020

Babalola Lawson

This layered and complex composition features shades of green, blue, and yellow. Geometric forms and human-like figures merge with the natural world, suggesting a harmony between urban structures and nature. View more

Two Faces 2020

Babalola Lawson

The piece explores the duality of identity, with two profiles sharing a single form. Each side is filled with contrasting yet complementary patterns, highlighting the complex layers that make up... View more

The Grand Procession 2025

Babalola Lawson

A dynamic and detailed depiction of a crowd of figures in a procession, surrounded by stylized trees. The collective movement and varied forms of the individuals suggest a shared journey... View more

Woven Figure 2024

Babalola Lawson

A figure emerges from a rich collage of patterns and textures, a testament to the layered nature of identity. This work explores the profound connection between personal memory and collective... View more

The Vendor's Hat 2024

Afeez Akinlade

A striking composition that centers on a market vendor, whose large hat commands attention. The piece showcases the artist's ability to create a detailed and powerful portrait within a larger,... View more

Urban Life 2025

Afeez Akinlade

A detailed and bustling street scene with a figure in a blue shirt as a focal point. The work captures the energy of an urban environment, with the limited color... View more

City Beat 2025

Afeez Akinlade

A vibrant urban depiction featuring a crowd of people and a yellow vehicle. The piece masterfully conveys the rhythm and movement of a busy street, using strategic bursts of color... View more

Washing Day 2025

Afeez Akinlade

A figure is shown engaged in a daily chore, bent over a large tub. The composition emphasizes the theme of labor and everyday life, with the bright green object in... View more

Brother's Keeper 2025

Afeez Akinlade

A compassionate scene depicting an older child assisting a younger one. The painting's soft, grayscale tones are accented by a vibrant pop of color, drawing attention to the tender interaction. View more

Curiosity 2025

Afeez Akinlade

This piece captures a young child standing on a chair, peering at something beyond the frame. The work conveys a sense of youthful exploration and curiosity through its focused composition... View more

Helping Hand 2025

Afeez Akinlade

A child is shown from a high-angle view, struggling to carry a large bucket. The artwork highlights a quiet moment of effort, with the vivid blue sandals providing a focal... View more

Into The Light 2025

Afeez Akinlade

A dynamic composition focusing on a young girl seen from the back, walking towards a light source. The work beautifully uses perspective and contrast to draw the viewer into the... View more

Childhood Companions 2025

Afeez Akinlade

This work captures an intimate moment between two children seated on the ground. The grayscale forms are brought to life by the striking contrast of a single, yellow sandal, a... View more

The Errand 2025

Afeez Akinlade

A high-angle view of a child carrying a bucket, emphasizing the scale of the task. The piece is a powerful example of the artist's ability to create a compelling narrative... View more

Comfort 2025

Afeez Akinlade

A young child is seated on a chair, tenderly holding a stuffed animal. The work is rendered in a soft, monochromatic palette with a deliberate use of color on the... View more

Child's Gaze 2025

Afeez Akinlade

A poignant, realistic portrait of a child seen from behind, standing in a desolate environment. The artist masterfully captures a moment of quiet contemplation, rendered with a rich, naturalistic color... View more

Weightless 2025

Akinbanji Osayemi

The "Weightless" collage is a human silhouette made of fragmented texts, images, and headlines against a red backdrop. The figure, a metaphor for the modern self, floats with a paradoxical... View more

Tuning In 2025

Akinbanji Osayemi

A surrealist piece that critiques modern society, featuring two figures with empty, smooth heads adjusting an old television set in a richly detailed room. View more

Balloons Of Hope 2025

Akinbanji Osayemi

A poignant work showing two figures holding balloons, a symbolic representation of innocence and the fleeting nature of childhood dreams and aspirations. View more