Miniature Art Fair Lagos 2019

JOANNA ADEVIE JOAANA ADEVIE's work reflects her
subconscious mind. Adevie is a self-taught
DANSEUR artist who began drawing in 2017. She
Ink on Paper currently lives and works in Lagos. The artist is
41 x 31 cm (16 x 12 in) fluid in her creativity as she willingly allows her
2018 hand and the pen take control of the process.
In connecting with her subconscious, she
discovers meaning in what she has created.
Her current collection explores themes
related to identity, awakening and resolution.
She works specifically with ink on paper.

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JOEL ARUEYA

JOEL ARUEYA graduated from The Federal Polytechnic Auchi in Edo
State, with a Higher National Diploma in Fine Art (Painting). Arueya goes
beyond the purely representational to his interest which lies chiefly in
the highly conceptual art which is accentuated with a balance of deep
expressive line, form texture and pattern. The results are emphatic,
mixed media Paintings skillfully conveying both mood and message. To
date, Joel Arueya has held a solo exhibition supported by Guaranty Trust
Bank Nigeria and participated in several group exhibitions and auctions
including Marcel's Attic (United Kingdom) SOGAL(Nigeria) and TKMG
(Nigeria). He has also recently completed an Art Residency in Germany
in 2018. His works were the subject of a Sterling Bank advert to promote
culture and creativity in Nigeria and can be found in many significant
collections at home and abroad. According to Arueya, "My subject has
always been primarily the human form. My figures are not historically
based nor do they have a social context. I paint forms and the
differences between figure and not figures."

QUALITY TIME
Mixed Media on Canvas
31 x 36 cm (12 x 14 in)
2019

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JOSEPH BIDEMI

He graduated in 2012 from the Ahmadu Bello
University, where he obtained his Bachelor's degree in
Fine arts, specializing in drawing and painting. Greatly
mused by the anthropology of emotion, he enjoys the
distinct movement of the palette knife which he uses to
achieve tactile realism juxtaposed with subtle lines and
strokes of vibrant colours. Bidemi has participated in
several exhibitions in and outside Nigeria and has his
works in the collections of many notable private
collectors in Nigeria and internationally. Also
noteworthy is that a couple of his works are in a
collection owned by King Mohammed VI of Morocco.
Anthropology of emotion is about the gestural
expressions of people in their daily engagements with
life which has always been an inspiration to Bidemi. He
would visually document his experiences on canvas
with vibrant colours juxtaposed with subtle lines using
the palette knife to achieve tactile realism.

THE QUEST XVI
Oil on Canvas

25 x 25 cm (10 x 10 in)
2019

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JOSIAH CHINEDU JOSIAH

JOSIAH CHINEDU JOSIAH is a painter, a writer and photographer, with
interest in modeling. He Hails from Owerri in Imo state and recently
graduated from the Federal Polytechnic, Auchi, in Edo State where he
obtained his National Diploma and Higher National Diploma majoring
in Painting. He has taken part in several group exhibitions including the
2018 edition of 1000 Miniatures Art Fair and Life in My City Art Festival
2019.
Josiah says, "My subject matter is the human mind, so I work to revoke
the normality of the mind. My works tend to create a relationship
between the human mind and the society. Art can heal, it can heal the
mind, and if the mind is healed, the society will be healed."

ALONE IN THOUGHTS
Acrylic On Canvas
25 x 31 cm (10 x 12 in)
2019

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KALEJAIYE OLUWASEUN

KALEJAIYE OLUWASEUN was born on 5th of March 1984 in Lagos
State where he had his primary to tertiary education. He attended
the National Primary School, Lagos, from 1990 to 1996. Between
1996 and 2003 he proceeded to National College Gbagada. It was
while in secondary that he discovered his flair for creativity. Upon
discovering his talent he continued practicing art as an
apprentice working under master artists to develop his skills.
Kalejaiye later gained admission into Lagos State Polytechnic in
2008. He was awarded an Ordinary National Diploma (OND) in
2010, and a Higher National Diploma (HND) in 2014 after he went
back to further his education - with specialization in Painting.
Kalejaiye believes that "Art is self-expression and a window to the
soul and mind of the artist, which he is happy to share with the
world”.

EDO DANCER
Pen on Paper
25 x 31 cm (10 x 12 in)

2019

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KELANI FATAI IDUMOTA
Acrylic On Canvas
KELANI FATAI earned a Higher 31 x 41 cm (12 x 16 in)
National Diploma in Painting. He
discovered his artistic talent early in life 2019
and has been painting since 2007 in
Lagos. His major subject matter is the
Lagos lifestyle and its environment,
whether it is the old vestiges or new
realities of the city, Kelani says, "I enjoy
using the iconic images of yellow buses
and the architectural buildings to
convey my Lagos story. I reflect the
congested nature of Lagos in my
paintings exemplified by its heavy
traffic. So many dramas happen daily
with my brush, and palette I enjoy
playing the role of director in my Lagos
stories”.

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KESA BABATUNDE

KESA BABATUNDE was born in Lagos Nigeria but hails
from Ijebu Ago-Iwoye in Ogun State. Babatunde is an artist
with outstanding creative prowess. He earned a Higher
National Diploma from Federal Polytechnic, Auchi, and
was best overall student (with distinction) in Painting. He is
greatly influenced by the works of the colourists and
abstract expressionists. Drawing inspiration from his
immediate environment, life, thoughts, experiences and
expectations, he uses his art as an instrument to awaken
viewers from their unconscious state of mind to higher
consciousness as they journey alongside his works. Kesa's
use of colours shows his understanding of colours and the
boldness of mixing and arranging it to achieve his creative
end. His vibrant colours and impasto pallet strokes produce
rich textural surface works on the canvas that is so enriching
to the percipients.
Artist Statement: "If you want to see the whole world in a bit,
look into the minds of an Artist"

SPLASH OF COLOURS II
Acrylic Canvas

23 x 23 cm (9 x 9 in)
2019

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KOLAWOLE OLALEKAN

KOLAWOLE OLALEKAN was born at Ita-Ogbolu, Ondo State in 1990. He is
an artist working in the genres of Paintings, Drawings, Prints and Paper
Collage. After earning a B.A. in Fine and Applied Art from the University of
Benin in 2013, with a major in Painting, Kolawole immediately went into
practice as a full-time studio artist and has been part of several exhibitions
and auction in Nigeria.
Applying the traditional, spontaneous, illustrative, conceptual and
somehow repetitive processes, Kolawole's art is a metaphoric illustration
of events that unfold around him, the camouflage of society and
conscious knowledge of beauty in spontaneity.

AGBAJOWO (TOGETHERNESS)
Coffee and Charcoal on Paper
23 x 36 cm (9 x 14 in)
2018

LASISI BABATUNDE

BABATUNDE was born in Lagos on the 3rd of April, 1994. He was trained
at the Yaba College of Technology where he obtained Higher National
Diploma. He considers drawing as a very important part of his creative
process other than the messages embedded in his works. Lasisi says, "I
see poetry and beauty everywhere and I task my materials of choice
with the role of reconstructing this imagery. I also attempt to portray
the concept of motion with my lines as a metaphor for various issues
within my country such as lack of employment opportunities for the
youth, epileptic and erratic electricity, and lack of proper shelter for the
homeless". He sees himself as a sojourner documenting the visual
experiences and struggles of the average man within this current space
and time. Lasisi has taken part in several group exhibitions.

YOUNG PROFESSOR
Charcoal on Paper

15 x 20 cm (6 x 8 in)
2019

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MICHAEL ADENUBI

MICHAEL ADENUBI attended Adeniran College of Education,
where he studied Fine and Applied Art. Born in Lagos, he had
his informal (apprenticeship) art training under the artists
Akinola Ebenezer and Dr Abiodun Kafaru. Adenubi has
participated in several art exhibitions with his artworks often
taking critical views of social, political and cultural issues
usually referencing African/Nigeria history. His work explores
the varying relationships between lines and colours as well as
popular culture and fine art.
Adenubi says, "My methodology is consistent, using varied
materials in each of the projects. The subject matter of each
body of work is also in series, with each of the projects often
consisting of multiple works in a range of different media,
grouped around specific themes and meanings. During
research and production, new areas of interest arise and lead
to the next body of work.

GLIMPSE OF HOPE
Acrylic On Canvas
38 x 31 cm (15 x 12 in)
2019

MOSES ODOBA

ODOBA ONYEJEFU MOSES is a visual artist specializing in
sculptoure. He hails from Apa Local Government Area of Benue
State. He developed passion and love for art starting from an early
age. He later proceeded to acquire formal art training at Kogi State
Polytechnic Lokoja's School of Art, Design and Printing. Later, he
enrolled for his Higher National Diploma in Fine Art at the Federal
Polytechnic Auchi, in Edo State.
Odoba has developed high virtuosity in working with found objects
which he uses to create beautiful sculptures. He has participated in
several group exhibitions with his works often outstanding for his
imagination and creativity.

PROFESSOR
Discarded Chain
46 x 23 x 28 cm (18 x 9 x 11 in)
2019

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NAOMI OYENIYI

As a child, she was drawn to the colourful artistic things
in life, and it was not surprising that she discovered her
artistic talent early. She graduated with a BA in Fine and
Applied Arts with specialization in Painting (2011-2016)
,Obafemi Awolowo University. She has developed
expertise in her execution of the conceptual ideas that
are often depicted in her drawings and paintings. She
uses a pallet knife to create textured canvases while
creating stunning pastel works.. To master
compositional skills, the use of colours and mastery of
the use of the pallet knife, She has participated in a
number of group exhibitions and has taken part in the
mural decorations as part of Lagos state urban renewal
projects. She is a member of The Society of Nigerian
Artists (SNA), and Female Artists Association of Nigeria
(FEAAN).

BIRD SERIES I
Oil on Canvas Impasto
25 x 25 cm (10 x 10 in)
2019

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OBAYUWANA UYI AUGUSTINE

Obayuwana Uyi Augustine hails from the ancient city of Benin.
Born in Oredo Local Government of Edo state in 1988, he holds
a National Diploma in painting and General Art from Auchi
polytechnic, Auchi Edo State. He also trained at Duke
Igbinedion Visual Art Scene (DIVAS), in Benin City Nigeria.
Augustine Obayuwana went back to the famous Auchi
Polytechnic Auchi to complete his Higher National Diploma in
2008 and 2009. He majored in sculpture and has since then
been practicing architectural sculpture, and as well executed
so many projects. He is a master in iron wrought designs and
furniture, scrap metalwork and has exhibited in so many
groups exhibitions. Iwalewa Gallery of Art. Augustine
Obayuwana is a member of the society of Nigeria art (SNA).

AFFECTION
Metal

41 x 25 cm (16 x 10 in)
2019

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OGUNTIMEHIN ADEYEMI ARIYO

OGUNTIMEHIN ADEYEMI ARIYO was born in Lagos. He was trained at
the Federal Polytechnic Auchi where he graduated with HND in Fine
and Applied Art majoring in Painting in the year 2000. He also has a
Postgraduate Diploma in Education (PGDE) 2006. Oguntimehin
further studied Photography at the Nigeria Institute of Journalism in
2010. He is a recipient of state Merit Award from Benue State of
Nigeria. He has facilitated various art and photography workshops and
seminars with the University of Lagos, sponsored by Omooba Yemisi
Shyllon Art Foundation (OYASAF) and the Greenhouse Art Gallery to
name a few. He was a member of a jury in UFUK Dialogue Foundation,
and organizer of' The Art For Peace Project' in Turkey. Presently, he
works as an artist, documentary photographer, and freelance
photojournalist. He is the C.E.O of Farmart Ventures
Oguntimehin maintains that "… my desire and quest to gain more
insight about societal issues, in relationship with my daily experience
provide the basic form for my paintings. I choose to chronicle in
paintings the issues that are faced by humanity".

I WILL ALWAYS BE THERE
Oil on Canvas
41 x 51 cm (16 x 20 in)
2015

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OJEGOKE ABAYOMI

OJEGOKE PELUMI hails from Tapa Ibarapa North Oyo State, He was born
in 1991, and he graduated from The Polytechnic Ibadan, Adeseun
Ogundoyin Campus Eruwa in 2016. He fulfilled his industrial training at
The Universal Studios of Art and is presently at Yaba College of
Technology as a sculpture student.

OBEDIENT
Osun wood
25 x 18 x 10 cm (10 x 7 x 4 in)
2019

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OLADEJI ADENIJI

OLADEJI ADENIJI was born in 1996. After his secondary
education, he enrolled for his tertiary education at the
Polytechnic Ibadan where he earned his Ordinary National
Diploma (OND) in Art and Design between 2014 and 2016. He is
currently a student of Fine and Applied Arts, at the Obafemi
Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Osun State. This young and vibrant
artist has passed through work experience such as Industrial
Training at Topfat Art Gallery, Adamasingba Stadium, Ibadan,
Oyo State. In 2017, he served as apprentice at A.S. Ebenezer
Studios, Akobo, Ibadan, Oyo State. Other experiences/activities
he has been involved in include his participation for Life in My City
Arts Festival Competition (LIMCAF). He was also a participant at
the Nigerian Students Art Competition (NSAC) 2018.

BELLA
Acrylic on Canvas
15 x 19 cm (6 x 7.5 in)
2019

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OLALEKAN ADEYEMI

OLALEKAN ADEYEMI describes himself as an art minister, a surrealist,
a photo-realist, and a costumier who infuses a strong cultural
philosophy into his diverse media exploration. He applies meticulous
patience in his aesthetic representations. For his tertiary education,
Adeyemi graduated from the Ladoke Akintola University of
Technology, Oyo State. After his National Youth Service Programme,
Olalekan became fully engaged in his private studio practice. He
believes in the Philosophy that "If you make it work, it will walk". By this,
he means that by appreciating the local, valuing and respecting the
small beginning and celebrating people, (most especially those
around you because change) you directly impact the environment.
Some selected exhibitions and projects he has participated in
include: SNA Lagos Art Exhibition 2018, Life in My City Art Exhibition
(Beyond all odds, ) 2015, Final Year Exhibition (Great '18') AWARDS /
GRANTS Consolation prize (LIMCAF.

A WEB OF INTRIGUES I
Oil and Acrylic on Canvas

20 x 25 cm (8 x 10 in)
2019

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OLALEKAN ODUNBORI

OLALEKAN ODUNBORI was born in Ota, Ogun State,
Nigeria in 1989. When he was 10, he discovered his
passion for drawing and ever since, has been practising
art. Olalekan holds a Higher National Diploma in
Painting from Yaba College of Technology, Yaba,
Lagos. Lekan's current style can be described as 'semi-
abstract,' which draws on the Cubism movement. He
currently lives and works in Lagos.
Odunbori believes that "Art is a tool for correcting the
wrongs of the society and artists are like prophets sent
from God to the masses."

OJULARI (ALL EYES)
Acrylic on Canvas
31 x 31 cm (12 x 12 in)
2019

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OLASUNKANMI OYELUSI

OLASUNKANMI OYELUSI was born in 1981 in Lagos State. He had his
early education in Lagos and later proceeded to the Federal
Polytechnic, Auchi, Edo State. At the end of his Higher National
Diploma (HND) course in 2013 he graduated with an upper credit in
painting.
He has participated in various art exhibitions within and outside
Nigeria. His works on faces, forms, landscapes and impressionism have
reached maturity as a personal style.

BEAUTY
Acrylic on canvas
20 x 25 cm (8 x 10 in)

2017

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OLUFEMI KAYO

OLUFEMI KAYO was a water colour pupil of Tony Anthony School of
Watercolour painting from 1992-1993 before proceeding to Institute of
Textile Technology and Design Lagos also from 1995-1997. He later
proceeded to the Federal Polytechnic Auchi, Edo State. Olufemi is an
artist with the uncanny ability to create works of art that command
attention, admiration and appreciation from its viewer. The use of
materials in his works is calculated as he seeks avenues to reach
unexpected depths. This is the reason why his works present different
interpretations depending on the perception of the viewer.

RETURN
Charcoal on Cardboard

25 x 30 cm (10 x 12 in)
2013

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OLUWASEUN ADEMEFUN ADEMEFUN OLUWASEUN was born in Akure, Ondo State, Nigeria in
SISI 1988. She is a 2010 graduate of Yaba College of Technology. The artist
Acrylic on Canvas expresses her creativity through works of art which include painting,
31 x 46 cm (12 x 18 in) drawing and other forms of art expressions. Ademefun has been in
2019 constant practice and has participated in various art exhibitions,
auctions, art fairs and solo pop-up art shows. Her works indicate the
ability to adapt various painting and drawing techniques which explore
colours in their natural hues to create intriguing pieces, while her
drawings show coordination of carefully lined strokes and her paintings
free brush impressions. Ademefun's art is one of disclosure, using her
life events and experiences as inspiration for her works; thus revealing
her hopes, feelings, failures and worries forthrightly and at times,
putting out works that are both sad and amusing. The subject matter of
her works is very relatable, leaving her audience to feel and understand
the work of art. The essence of the work leaves one with inspiring
thoughts. For Ademefun, painting is about three things, expression,
disclosure and ennoblement.

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OLUWASEUN ADEOSUN HALIMA
Charcoal on Paper
ADEOSUN OLUWASEUN is a self-taught artist who took a different 25 x 15 cm (10 x 6 in)
career path from his professional course of study. He studied Nautical
Science at The Federal College of Fisheries and Marine Technology 2019
(FCFMT), Victoria Island, Lagos. His art career started in 2016 when he
decided to quit his job with a consultancy firm in Lagos to concentrate
on his life's passion. Olu is a member of Ayobo art colony which was
founded in the suburb of Lagos by the artists Ato Arinze, Babatunde
Ogulade, Akanimoh Umoh, and Ankeli Christopher
As this is his maiden foray into exhibitions in his nascent art career,
Adeosun says, "I would love to use this opportunity to learn, feel and
experience what it takes to be a full time practicing studio artist.
Exhibiting my works at the IMPART Fair would not only give me the
needed exposure but would also be more of an eye-opening
experience and be a good way of receiving valuable and interactive
critique from art patrons, art institutions, galleries and the general
audience."

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OMOLOJA ENDURANCE

OMOLOJA ENDURANCE hails from Owan East Local Government Area, Edo
State. He was born in Benin in the late 80s. He started drawing since he was a
kid. After his secondary education in Benin City, he proceeded to the Federal
Polytechnic, Auchi where he graduated with a Distinction in Sculpture in the
year 2014. Omoloja is a versatile sculptor with a keen interest in the usage of
marble stones, automobile steel parts, bronze and welded metals in
emphasizing on economic, social, and political issues. His environment
inspires his creativity and he has developed a unique style of representation
crowned by the mastery of his mediums. Thus his work has won him many
commissioned projects as well as the opportunity to participate in many
exhibitions within and outside Nigeria. For his brilliant creativity, Omoloja
received the Rector's award (Certificate of Excellence) in 2014 and a Residency
Award from Omooba Yemisi Adedoyin Shyllon Arts Foundation (OYASAF)
Lagos in 2015.
ARTIST STATEMENT: The artist mind is a seeker of truth and reality.

UNFATHOMED
Marble Stone and Metal
61 x 8 cm (24 x 3 in)
2013

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ONARIETTA ISABELLA REMET

ONARIETTA ISABELLA REMET is Nigeria's famous child painter, She
was born on the 30th of April, 2004 to Mr. and Mrs. Remet. Onarietta
and started painting as a baby (aged 18 months). She has
relentlessly created more than 300+ masterly works (using the
mediums of mainly acrylic on canvas/board). Also, she has had
more than 18 solo/group exhibitions and has become one of the
most publicised Nigerian artists. Young Remet has enjoyed more
than 634 media publications in more than 124 nations of the world.
Internationally renowned collectors of art like Andre Magnin (Paris)
and a few private+ collectors (in Nigeria and overseas) boast of an
Onarietta in their collections. She has participated in several group
exhibitions and solo shows.
Onarietta is the grand-daughter to the composer of the Nigerian
national anthem (Late Pa Ben Odiase). She also received the
prestigious Hallmark of Labour Young Achievers Award in 2012 and
The Nigerian Child Art/Creativity Personality of the Year Award in
2017.
She will be performing her poem at the exhibition.

PERFORMANCE ARTIST

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ONUORAH BENJAMIN ONUORAH BENJAMIN is an award-winning
artist from Anambra State. He was born in 1986,
EBUBE DIKE and he holds a Master's degree in Fine Arts
Pen and Ink on Paper from the University of Benin. He also holds a
20 x 28 cm (8 x 11 in) B.A.(Ed.) in Fine and Applied Art, University of
2019 Nigeria, Nsukka. His artworks are known for
their symmetrical and curvilinear lines
portraying different sociocultural phenomena,
inspired by rich African philosophical ideology
and at the same time the everyday life in
contemporary Nigerian society. His creative
process allows lines to guide or direct and tell
its own story, without him deciding the
outcome before commencing the piece of
work- which is supposed to have its own life
and narratives.
He has participated in numerous art
exhibitions including the 2018 October Rain
Art Exhibition by SNA Lagos, at Thought
Pyramid Arts Centre.

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ORLU OZANGEBUOMA PART WAYS I
Pastel on Paper
ORLU is a prolific and versatile artist 31 x 38 cm (12 x 15 in)
with a broad oeuvre that spans many
themes typical of an artist with a 2017
restive quest for new ways of
expressions. He had his early informal
training with Kpodoh Michael and
also did his internship under the
watchful eyes of Duke Asidere, which
served as a major influence in
building his artistic career. He
obtained his Bachelor of Arts degree
in Fine and Applied Arts from the
University of Port Harcourt. He has
participated in several group
exhibitions, seminars and workshops,
as well as Art competitions. He is a
member of the Society of Nigerian
Artists (SNA) Rivers State Chapter. He
currently lives and works as a full-time
studio artist in Lagos.

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OSIMEH GOSTAND OSIMEH GODSTAND is a native of
Edo state. He had his National
THAT MOMENT Diploma (ND) certificate in 2015
Oil on Canvas and his Higher National Diploma
18 x 25 cm (7 x 10 in) (HND) in painting from Auchi
2019 Polytechnic, Auchi in 2018. He was
among the best graduating
students with a distinction. His
figures are represented in
silhouette with the environment
partially detailed to portray the
unadulterated nature of
humanity. He was a participant in
Life in my City Art Festival 2018,
and he was selected among the
top 100 participants.

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PAUL OGUNLESI

PAUL is a graduate of Yaba College of THE GARMENT
Technology, Lagos, Nigeria where he Mixed Media on Canvas
obtained the National Diploma in General 23 x 33 cm (9 x 13 in)
Art (majoring in Painting). His works are 2019
created from the inspirations drawn from
his yesteryears laid out with series of
countenances. He worked as an IT student
in Defactori Art Studio under Akintunde
Olajide John. And he has participated in
different Art Workshops and Exhibitions
including The Art for Peace Workshop, The
GFA workshop and other group exhibition
both in Nigeria and the UK. His works have
been collected both in Nigeria, the UK and
the US.
ARTIST STATEMENT: Art to me is a
reflection of who I am, my experiences, my
environment and all that hovers around in
my part of the world. I don't force myself to
describe me, and in my work, I am always
the focal point irrespective of the subject I
am treating or the situation I am trying to
address.

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PETER AGBADU

CONCLUDED
Oil on Canvas
38 x 25 cm (15 x 10 in)
2019
PETER AGBADU was born on the 4th of March 1990, he is an Auchi Polytechnic Alumnus, from where he graduated with an
Ordinary National Diploma (OND) in General Art in 2011, and a Higher National Diploma (HND) in painting in 2014. Since
completing his National Youth Service scheme in 2016, he has been practicing as a full-time studio artist in the city of Lagos.
In an ever-changing world, Agbadu looks to his surroundings for inspiration and a (dependable) source of subject matters for his
art. Dexterously, he renders his narrative chiefly in oil or acrylic mediums which he employs nicely through the use of pallet
knives as a style to capture the very essence of "fleeting moments." His impressionistic manner of rendition of colours has
brought his works recognition as they have been considered unique and refreshing in a time when abstract art has become
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PIUS REMET

PIUS REMET is a global-minded Nigerian artist with a visionary sense
of creativity and passion for Child, Family and Community
Development. Remet is an award-winning Town & Regional Planning
graduate of Yaba College of Technology, Lagos, whose passion for art
has continued to increase. He hails from Delta State of Nigeria. His
style of art is expressionism with a touch of abstraction in watercolour,
acrylic and mixed media. Most of his themes focus on the native
superiority of the African identity and lifestyle, family, womanhood,
and the evolution of local communities
Previous Exhibitions include Household Art Fair (Group) – 2004.
Oregun, Amminisisi- A bold and Prophetic Artistry (solo) – 2005 H2T
Gallery, Ikeja, Lagos. Creative Link (Group Exhibition) – 2006, Terra
Culture V.I, Lagos, Inherent Expression (Solo) - 2007. Held at H2T
Gallery Ikeja, Reflection (Solo/Private) - 2008. VGC, Lekki Lagos, Curves
& Connections (Group) - The many expressions of women in families
and communities- 2009, City Mall Onikan-Lagos, Miniature Art Fair by
Ogirikan Gallery (Group) -2018. Mega Plaza, V.I Lagos.

SISTERS & EXPLOITS
Watercolour on Paper
21 x 30 cm (8.25 x 11.7 in)
2016

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QUADRI OKUNADE

OKUNADE QUADRI OLAMILEKAN was born in 1988 in Lagos State
Nigeria. He studied Fine and Applied Arts at the Ladoke Akintola
University of Technology, Ogbomoso, Oyo State, where he
majored in painting and 2018, graduated with B.Tech (Hons in
Fine and Applied Arts). His works are subtle but are defined by
interlocking and wedges of colours which are combined like a
mosaic to produce solid frames, enhanced by the textured surface
of the paint. Okunade says, "I draw inspiration from People,
Violence, Chaos, Environment and Imagination. I have been
involved in exploring non-conventional materials, waste materials,
and a textured surface with interest in bridging postmodern art
with contemporary sensibilities." The artist's professional
experience includes 6 years of studio practice, and several awards
and recognitions like the 2008 Jesudahunsi Art Foundation
award; the (2nd position) 2015 award for The most creative student
award Exhibitions, the March 2019 The Convergence Joint
Exhibition; the July 2019 Life in my City Art festival and the
September 2019 (Law Meets Art) Memberships Elite Art
Foundation- to mention a few.

AUTHORITY
Print & Acrylic on Paper

20 x 31 cm (8 x 12 in)
2019

REUBEN UGBINE

REUBEN is a Nigerian Postwar & Contemporary sculptor. Ugbine's SCHOOL CHILDREN
work has been offered at various auctions multiple times with Iroko Wood
these arts realizing high net worth. Ugbine has Higher National 33 x 23 x 25 cm (13 x 9 x 10in)
Diploma in Fine Art from his trainings at the Federal Polytechnic 2019
Auchi, Edo State and Yaba College of Technology, Lagos.
Ugbine's forte lies in woodcarving and exquisite terracotta
sculptures. He manipulates the positive and negative spaces
within his figurative or mask forms to create points for reflective
and insightful artistic practice. He uses this manipulation to
achieve a three-dimensional reality to excite the beholder into
appreciating and pondering about the complex nature of
creativity. Ugbine's theme tends to focus on social realism –
human figures that seem to disclose the existence of various
aspects of the Nigeria way of life.
Prior to his full-time commitment to studio practice, he lectured at
the Federal Polytechnic Auchi. He has continued to teach his
numerous skills with immense pleasure. His pieces are displayed
in numerous public spaces across Nigeria. Reuben has had solo
and joint exhibitions throughout Nigeria and in Lebanon, Spain,
Germany, the Netherlands and South Africa.

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SADIQ AHMED

AHMED SADIQ ADELEKE is a Nigerian artist who was born 1997 in
Moniya, Ibadan. He obtained his National Diploma in General Art
at The Polytechnic Ibadan, in 2017, and followed it with industrial
training at the Universal Art Studios, Lagos. Presently, Ahmed is
undergoing his Higher National Diploma program at the school of
Art, Yaba College of Technology. He aspires to become a Painting
Major. Ahmed trained under masters like Mr Olaku O. A, Joshua N,
Salako O. P, Ope Olukotun, Osifeso Ezekiel, and others. He has
participated in a few group exhibitions, and has taken part in
Studio Workshops organized by Society of Nigerian Artists (SNA).
As a visual artist, Ahmed specializes in painting and drawing. He is
currently on a program at the Yaba College of Technology, Lagos.

SEATED FIGURE
Oil on Canvas
29 x 41 cm (12 x 16 in)
2019

SALISU TAIWO MAKOKO
Acrylic on Canvas
Born in Ikorodu, Lagos where he did his 25 x 20 cm (10 x 8 in)
primary and secondary education. For
his tertiary education, he studied Fine 2017
Arts at the Auchi Polytechnic, majoring
in Sculpture. After his one year National
Youth Service (NYSC) at Kontagora,
Niger state, he continued to hone his
skills in full-time practice. Salisu has
participated in exhibitions, workshops
and symposiums. Among his
exhibitions is a solo exhibition which he
held in Niger State while observing his
National Youth Service. He has his works
on display at some art galleries in
Nigeria, one of which is the Nike
Okundaye's Nike art gallery, Lekki, Lagos.
He also has some of his works in private
collections.
Taiwo's dexterity in painting is great. His
background as an alumnus of the Auchi
Polytechnic is evident in his paintings,
with the bold, colourful and
impressionistic approach.

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SAM OVRAITI
Sam Ovraiti is a consumate artist. His art practice dates back
to the mid 1980 when he taught painting at the Auchi
polytechnic. He became famous for his mastery of the
watercolour medium attracting a lot of followers.. Presently,
color is his primary intent for painting. Sam believes that his
use of color gives a therapeutic result to his viewers
He runs his private studio in Lagos, Nigeria.

MADE UP I
Acrylic On Canvas
31 x 39 cm (12 x 15.5)

2019

SAMUEL ISMAIL

SAMUEL (born 19th October 1977) hails from Ogun State. He had his
art training at the Yaba College of Technology, Lagos from 2010 to
2013 where he earned a Diploma in General Arts. He specializes in
Painting and Graphic art and has taught art in Redeemers
Foundation School, Lagos 2012 – 2015, Speedway College Ogun State
and Komfota Schools Lagos where he still teaches till date.
According to Ismail, “As a visual artist, I work very hard to develop
paintings that speak both to me and to others about the beauty that
exists in my culture as an African, and the things I see in everyday life.
Part of my process is to study as much as I can about daily activities
and get a specific message that will connect to my heart before
putting it on canvas, board or paper."

ANCHOR III
Acrylic on Textured Canvas

20 x 25 cm (8 x 10 in)
2019

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SILAS ADEOYE

SILAS ADEOYE was born in Osun State, Southwestern Nigeria.
He took to Fine Art early, as he was already experimenting with
various ideas and coming up with innovative techniques even
before his secondary education.
He largely developed as an artist by himself. He later joined a
group of young artists at the National Museum, Lagos to
practice art. His work represents a continuation in the tradition
of Yoruba art, as is evident in his choice of pigment to suit each
motif. Art, in the old Yoruba setting, was generally restricted to
the courts of the kings and chiefs, and to religious houses. Silas
believes that it is the responsibility of the modern artist to
extend the enjoyment of these forms of expression to the
people in the manner that music and poetry are heard shared
today.
His works are widely collected both at home and abroad. In
fact he has a solid reputation in many European countries, the
United States and Brazil. His works had been sold consistently
at Lagos auctions and major exhibitions at home and abroad.

FAMILY PORTRAIT
Oil on Canvas
33 x 25 cm (13 x 10 in)
2016

SOJI YOLOYE

SOJI YOLOYE is a renowned and multi-talented Nigerian CULTURAL HERITAGE
artist. The Fine and Applied Arts graduate of the University Watercolour and Charcoal on Watercolour Paper
of Benin was born in western Nigeria on the 2nd of March 15 x 43 cm (6 x 17 in)
1969. He is well known worldwide for his style of art 2018
depicting the rich and diverse African culture. His works
range from figurative to abstract styles which have been
well exhibited at home and abroad.

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TAIWO AIYEDOGBON TAIWO is from Ado Odo Otta Local
PERFORMANCE ARTIST Government Area of Ogun State. By 2017, she
had earned Higher National Diploma from
the Yaba College of Technology, Lagos,
specializing in Sculpture. Aiyedogbon says, "I
explore performative and experimental
drawing as an aspect of performance art, as a
metaphor that envelops the idea of how
spaces evolve with the presence and
recordings of positive and negative spaces
generated by individuals and collectives".
She is a member of Art Council of the African
Studies Association (ACASA). She has
participated in several group exhibitions and
performances including 2018 Amongst Us
Performance with Akubia Selom at the Tree
House, Lagos Nigeria. Also worthy of mention
is the artist's presence at the 2017 Computer
Blue performance with Wura Ogunji at Art X,
Nigeria.

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TANIMOWO ANIMASHAUN

TANIMOWO graduated from the Department of Theatre Arts, University of
Port Harcourt in Rivers State. He has been in art practice over the years. To
make art, Animashaun uses found objects and wastes such as cocktail cans,
grains of sand, twine, roll on balls, and traditional media such as oil on canvas
and acrylic.
The appreciation of nature plays a key role in his art. That is why he places
humans and the beauty of nature over consumption, with the aim of
preventing animals and plants from going into extinction. His aim is to
create an awareness that makes his audience appreciate the beauty of
nature against as a part of existence.

SEAFOOD II
Mixed Media on Canvas

31 x 20 cm (12 x 8 in)
2019

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THEJUNKMANFROMAFRIKA

Listed among the first 50 most influential artists in Africa. He
holds a BA (Nig), and an MFA (UK) in Fine and Applied Arts. He
was formerly a Lecturer at the University of Benin (1989-1995)
and has been in Studio practice since 1995. He has featured as a
guest lecturer in many universities, as well as a speaker in
conferences and symposiums in various parts of the globe.
Some major exhibitions which he has participated in include
major Biennales and in museums such as Centre Pompidou;
Paris, Tate Modern; London, Moderna Museet; Stockholm,
CCCB Barcelona, COCA; Osaka, Herzliya Museum; Telaviv, JAG
South Africa, as well as Dakar and Guangzhou Biennales. “My
work concentrates on the CITY and city life as a curious concept of
modernity, which particularly in Africa, confronts, as it interweaves
with cultural characteristics and traditional philosophies of the
people. The conflicts, agitations and new concepts of life and
lifestyles which emerge from these transitional realities, therefore,
constitute the bases of my creative expressions as I attempt to
mold stories and imageries of these emergent realities by
employing used and disused materials to create forms of their
aesthetic character.

CITY GIRL
Found Objects
31 x 10 x 4 cm (12 x 4 x 1.5 in)
2019

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TIAMIU AZEEZ REFLECTION
Acrylic on Canvas
TIAMIU AZEEZ is a full-time studio artist. He 25 x 30 cm (10 x 12 in)
attended M.Y Computer Training Institute for a
certificate course in Graphics Design and 2019
Desktop Publishing. He also attended Lagos
State Polytechnic for a Higher National
Diploma in Art and Industrial Design. He later
proceeded to the Obafemi Awolowo
University for a professional qualification in
Project Management. Azeez had his
internship at the Universal Studios of Art,
National Arts Theatre, Iganmu, Lagos, after
which he was appointed a visiting instructor at
Skills Acquisition Entrepreneurship
Development (SAED) Centre, Ondo State. He
also participated in Art for Development,
Action Aid, Abuja. Azeez has also worked on
several mural projects across Nigeria, namely:
National Stadium Bridge. Wale Adenuga
Production, (PEFTI), Nigerian Navy Among
others, He is a member of Society of Nigerian
Artists and also is a creative manager of
Icandraw Africa, currently a founder of Ado
Odo art fiesta.

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TIMIPRE AMAH TIMIPRE AMAH lives and works in Yenagoa,
Bayelsa State, Nigeria. He is a photographer,
BREAKING BOUNDARIES painter, printmaker and a lecturer with the
Photography Department of Fine and Applied Arts, Niger
20 x 31 cm (8 x 12 in) Delta University, Wilberforce Island, Bayelsa
2019 State. A member of the Society of Nigerian
Artist (SNA), the Visual Printmakers
Association of Nigeria (VPAN), Pan African
Circle of Artists (PACA) and the Council of
the African Studies Association (ACASA), he
won First Prize in the Bosket National Photo
Contest in Port Harcourt, Rivers State in
2014. According to Willis Amah, "I have used
the oldest method of photography (long
exposure) to produce imaginative
photographs. I reshape light in my
photography to achieve good effects. The
rhythm of light in my subject creates mood
and emotion through the surrealistic
feeling that comes with long exposure. The
absence of human figures in the
photographs evokes tranquility."

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TONY EFEAPOKRIRE

TONY EFEAKPOKRIRE was born in 1992 and is an indigene of Delta
State. He was trained at the School of Art and Industrial Design Federal
Polytechnic Auchi, Edo State where he was awarded the Higher
National Diploma in Painting 2016. He has participated in many
exhibitions which include the following: 2019- Warri Art Festival
Exhibition at KFT Event Centre Warri, Delta State 2019- [RE]
entanglement exhibition: a collaborative effort between Cambridge
University and Nosona Studios Benin City. 2018- Word of Life Bible
Church Hall P.T.I Road Warri, Delta State. Painting Studio Federal
polytechnic Auchi, and Final Year Students in Painting Group
Exhibition 2014 at the Artgbegi Art Gallery Bodija Ibadan, Oyo state.
The artist's awards and recognitions include the 2017 Future Art Star
Awards, the 2016 Return of the Masters Conference School of Art and
Industrial Design Federal Polytechnic Auchi, Edo State. He was also
President in 2016 of National Association of Fine and Applied Art
Students, Federal Polytechnic, Auchi Chapter.
Efekpokrire says, "My Art is my voice. Just like a poet uses words, I use
the interplay of colours, textures and juxtaposition of forms to bring
ideas to life."

CONTEMPLATION I
Acrylic on Canvas
41 x 31 cm (16 x 12 in)
2019

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TOSIN AJAYI

TOSIN AJAYI is an indigene of Oye, in Ekiti state. He graduated
from the University of Benin, Edo State where he earned a
Bachelor's Degree in Fine and Applied Arts with
specialization in Painting. Some of the exhibitions he has
participated in include: UNIBEN Digital Art Exhibition, 2019.
National Association of Fine and Applied Arts Annual
Exhibition, UNIBEN Chapter, 2018; and Festival of Moonlight
Art Fair, University of Benin, 2017. Ajayi says, "My works are
inspired by my immediate environment, employing basic
geometric shapes as my fundamental way of expressing my
creativity. From my perspective, art is another way of
communicating through self-creativity. It is also a way of
documenting both the past and present events for future
generations to see or experience."

CHILD’S PLAY
Oil on Canvas
24 x 19 cm (9.5 x 7.5 in)
2019

UFUOMA EVUARHERHE

UFUOMA EVUARHERHE was born in Lagos on the 24th of June, 1969.
Ufuoma spent his formative years in the city of Lagos where he
completed his college education that would ensure the beginning of
his career as a painter. This artist graduated with a Higher National
Diploma in 1994 from the prestigious Yaba College of Technology, and
a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1999 from the University of Benin.
Much of his artistic expressions are as a result of the many tutelages
and affiliations to World Class artist, such as Sam Ovraiti, Emmanuel
Ikoro, Duke Asidere and many others. Ufuoma enjoys the benefits of a
highly demanding but fulfilling career that have resulted in numerous
high profile exhibitions in Nigeria and overseas. His works are in public
and private collections.
According to him, "I celebrate and radiate great appreciation of the
human figures, most especially of the female figure. All these present
for me an ever-increasing inspiration, joy and an exciting milestone in
my artistic journeys that is ever-evolving and creatively never-ending".
exciting milestone in my artistic journeys that is ever-evolving and
creatively never-ending".

BOND I
Acrylic on Paper
20 x 31 cm (8 x 12 in)
2018

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WAHAB AROMIRE

AROMIRE WAHAB was born in 1977 and hails from Lagos State. He
attended Araromi Secondary School Sari Iganmu, after which he
proceeded to the Lagos State Polytechnic and Auchi Federal
Polytechnic, Edo State to earn an Ordinary National Diploma in General
Art and a Higher National Diploma in Painting respectively. To hone his
skills, he worked at the Universal Art Studios at the National Theatre,
Iganmu Lagos and also took teaching positions in some secondary
schools around Lagos. He has exhibited extensively in Nigeria and
abroad. His works can be found in notable collections in Nigeria and
other parts of the world. As a member of Universal Studios of Art, Society
of Nigeria Artist, (SNA), and a UR4africa mentor, he is highly passionate
about painting and sculpture through full-time studio practice.
Wahab's versatility in art gives him command over different media like
pastel, watercolour, oil, acrylic, ink wash. Mosiac painting, fibreglass,
wood and metal.
His works are full of energy, possess very strong visual impact and
possess layers of imbedded meanings. A part of enjoying them is the
challenge we face trying to unravel their meanings.

TREASURE
Mixed Media
48 x 10 x 10 cm (19 x 4 x 4 in)
2019

WAHEED ARIYO

WAHEED ARIYO is a native of Oyo State and was born into a Yoruba
family on 31st December 1993. He had his primary education at
Comfordia Child Institute, Bodija, Ibadan and attended Saint Anthony
Secondary School, Ijaye, Lagos. Initially, Waheed saw art as a hobby but
he soon picked it up as a career after his secondary education.
Consequently, he enrolled as a beginner at Visual Institute of Art,
Queen Elizabeth Road, Adamasingba Stadium, Ibadan. After a 2-year
course on “Introduction to Art and Design," he furthered his art career
by applying as an art student in one of the best popular African
contemporary art studios at the National Theater, (Universal Studios of
art) where he was trained as a sculptor. Waheed works as a full-time
studio artist today.
Waheed says that through his technique of splitting and
manipulating selected natural forms in a creative manner, he has
added a creative voice in art. Also, through the process of twisting and
interlocking random shapes to the depth of the sculptural piece, he
has developed a skillful approach that results to "creatively extracted
forms" derived from the initial naturalistic details of the forms.”

ELEGANCE
Wood

43 x 15 x 14 cm (17 x 6 x 5.6 in)
2018

WILSON CHUKWUKA WILSON CLIFFORD hails from Omoku in Rivers State.
He had his NCE program at the Federal College of
FOLLOWERS SERIES I Education Technical Omoku and continued his
Acrylic on Canvas education at the Ignatius Ajuru University, where he is
25 x 25 cm (10 x 10 in) concluding his degree program. Chukwuka has
2019 attended some notable art shows and exhibitions
which include; Art is Life exhibition @Total EnA Port
Harcourt. 2: Life in My City Art Festival, Enugu, 2018, SNA
New Frames Art exhibitions, Port Harcourt, Rivers state,
2018, Word 4 Word Art movement Enugu IMT 2019, Ije
Art Movement, Awka 2019 and AFAD Art exhibition
2019, University of Port Harcourt, Rivers state.
Chukwuka Clifford believes that "art is part of us as
humans and that we can create and recreate with that
mentality only if we put it into work."

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