Pastel and Charcoal on Toned paper.
16 x 20 Inches (40.6 × 50.8 cm)
A highly rendered academic study of the human form, emphasizing the rich tone of the skin against the texture of the red garment. It is an exploration of dignity and vulnerability.
Kolawole Olalekan is an expressionist and experimental artist based in Lagos. He earned his B.A. from the University of Benin in 2013.
His art reflects on his immediate environment, capturing the nuanced happenings of everyday Nigerian life. He uses vibrant colors and bold brushwork to create works that are both intimate and humorous.
Olalekan has exhibited in various art galleries in Lagos and has been part of several group shows. His works have been sold to private collectors, indicating his rising profile in the contemporary art scene.