Monthly spotlights on three contemporary artists of African and Caribbean heritage. Interviews | THE.CC ART Conversations with artists on practice, process, and perspective. VISIT YOUTUBE > All Videos Play Video Play Video 28:15 Yvadney Davis – ‘My Art Is a Visual Archive’ | Artist Interview | THE.CCART British-Caribbean artist Yvadney Davis reflects on returning to painting after a career in fashion, and how rediscovering art during the pandemic reshaped her practice and purpose. Working primarily with oil, collage, wallpaper and beadwork, Yvadney’s paintings act as a visual archive of Black British Caribbean life in the UK. Drawing from family history, memory and lived experience, her work explores home, belonging, identity and the emotional inheritance passed through generations. — Connect with THE.CCART 📸 https://www.instagram.com/the.ccart/ 🌍 https://www.theccart.com — ⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 – Intro 00:19 – Art Journey 02:36 – Identity 03:44 – Windrush 06:35 – Using wallpaper, collage and memory 09:26 – Art Process 12:46 – Favourite Artwork 16:07 – Connecting with work 17:33 – Motherhood 20:42 – Challenges 21:30 – Imposter Syndrome 22:33 – Staying Committed 25:06 – Motivation 25:40 – Future Planes 27:15 – Final reflections #art #artist #blackbritishart #caribbeandiaspora #contemporaryart #THECCART Play Video Play Video 04:15 Eshinlokun Wasiu – 'When You See My Art, You See Me' | Artist Interview | THE.CCART In this interview, Lagos-based artist Eshinlokun Wasiu opens up about his creative journey, his mother’s encouragement, and how art became both his outlet and his way of connecting with others. 🎨 Working primarily with acrylic and charcoal, Wasiu explores human connection and resilience through his signature silhouette figures. His work reflects shared experiences, challenges, and emotions — reminding us that, regardless of background, we all stem from the same roots. 💬 Hear Wasiu discuss the meaning behind his technique, the challenges of reaching new audiences, and why staying focused is essential for any artist building their path. — Follow Wasiu Eshinlokun 📸 / https://www.instagram.com/eshinlokunwasiu Connect with THE.CCART 📸 / https://www.instagram.com/the.ccart 🌍 https://www.theccart.com Play Video Play Video 10:37 Jayeola Joshua – ‘The Audacity to Dream Big’ | Artist Interview | THE.CCART In this candid interview, Nigerian artist Jayeola Joshua opens up about his journey from childhood sketches on the backs of calendars to becoming a painter exploring culture, self-identity and personal experience. 🎨 Known for weaving powerful symbolism into his work, Joshua often uses the colour red to express themes of passion, determination and strength. His practice reflects deep cultural values and his evolving identity as an artist. 💬 Hear how studying at Yaba College of Technology shaped his foundation, the story behind one of his most meaningful works Jacob’s Blessing, and why he believes in the audacity to dream big, even through moments of self-doubt. — Follow Jayeola Joshua 📸 https://www.instagram.com/jayeola_joshua_art Connect with THE.CCART 📸 / the.ccart 🌍 https://www.theccart.com — ⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 – Intro 01:03 – Joshua’s journey into art 03:08 – Moments that shaped him as an artist 04:21 – What keeps him committed 05:10 – Describing his art style 06:05 – Inside his creative process 07:34 – A meaningful artwork: Jacob’s Blessing 08:30 – Challenges as an artist 09:42 – Advice for aspiring artists Play Video Play Video 05:37 Obiwuru Esther – ‘Painting the Beauty of African Women’ | Artist Interview | THE.CCART In this inspiring interview, Nigerian visual artist Obiwuru Esther shares her journey into the art world, from an unexpected beginning at university to establishing herself as a dedicated full-time artist. 🎨 Known for her striking portraits of African women, Obiwuru draws inspiration from traditional hairstyles and cultural essence, using bold patterns and rich shades of red to celebrate identity, strength and beauty. ⚠️ Correction: The caption should refer to 'adire', not red patterns. — Follow Obiwuru Esther 📸 https://www.instagram.com/estherobiwuru_art/ Connect with THE.CCART 📸 https://www.instagram.com/the.ccart 🌍 https://www.theccart.com — ⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 – Intro 00:15 – Obiwuru’s journey into art 00:54 – Moments that shaped her as an artist 01:40 – What keeps her committed 02:18 – Describing her art style 02:56 – A meaningful artwork: Lady from the South 03:53 – Inside her creative process 04:34 – Biggest challenges as an artist 05:05 – Advice for aspiring artists Play Video Play Video 22:17 Damilare Jamiu Kanyinsola – 'I Live in Inspiration Every Day' | Artist Interview | THE.CCART In this moving interview, Nigerian portrait artist Damilare Jamiu Kanyinsola shares his incredible journey from drawing comics as a child to developing his own practice that celebrates Black identity, mental well-being and cultural beauty. 🎨 Known for his vibrant, emotionally rich portraiture, Damilare reflects on artistic growth, personal loss, mentorship and the challenges facing Nigerian artists today. 💬 Hear how he navigated moments of depression during the 2020 pandemic, what keeps him committed to his practice and the deep personal meaning behind his most treasured work, Allegory of Memories. — Follow Damilare Jamiu 📸 https://www.instagram.com/damilare_jamiu_kanyin Connect with THE.CCART 📸 https://www.instagram.com/the.ccart 🌍 https://www.theccart.com — ⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 – Intro 00:59 – Damilare’s art journey begins 04:05 – A moment that shaped him 05:34 – What keeps him committed 06:21 – Describing his art style 08:57 – A meaningful artwork: Allegory of Memories 11:12 – Inside his creative process 14:42 – Biggest challenge as a Nigerian artist 18:02 – Future plans and dreams 18:53 – Advice to aspiring artists 21:27 – Why mentorship matters 22:00 – Final thoughts #art #artist #contemporaryart #figurativeart #blackartist #nigerianart #THECCART Subscribe to our newsletter Email Subscribe Thanks for subscribing!

Sabina Silver Sabina Silver, is a Ghanian artist whose work explores the intersections of personal identity and collective memory. Her art reflects experiences of migration, fear, and Blackness, alongside deeper narratives of girlhood and womanhood. Drawing from her Ghanaian heritage, Silver uses red, black, and white as symbols of loss and resilience, creating a dialogue between history and the present. Plants and animals often appear in her work as symbols of healing and renewal, as she creates spaces for reflection and transformation. Silver’s practice focuses on reclaiming forgotten or overlooked stories, particularly those tied to the experiences of women and girls, acknowledging individual and collective wounds. Silver's work opens a space for healing and the possibility of renewal. My big lips dey yarn stories of my forefathers, 2024 Acrylic and oil pastels on textured acid-free paper Nanadɔm Hwe Yɛn (The Ancestors Watch Over Us), 2024 Mixed media on canvas Mogya mu na nkwa wɔ, 2024 Acrylic and oil pastels on textured acid-free paper Poppies of Memory, 2024 Acrylic, oil pastels and foam clay on canvas When I Close My Eyes, I Find Peace Within, 2024 Previous Next Connect with the Artist >

We pride ourselves on our commitment to discovering and showcasing talents by featuring artists of African and Caribbean heritage. About THE.CCART The Cultured Contemporary Art (THE.CCART) is a contemporary art platform and creative studio working across cultural storytelling, projects, and exhibitions, with a focus on artists of African and Caribbean heritage and their global diaspora. Founded by Kunbi Oshodi, THE.CCART was created to make contemporary art more accessible and culturally grounded, opening up space for artists and audiences beyond traditional art-world boundaries. Through digital features, interviews, and curated projects, the platform highlights artists and their work while creating opportunities for dialogue, visibility, and collaboration. Operating across both digital and physical spaces, THE.CCART develops exhibitions, cultural projects, and partnerships with artists and organisations. Its work explores identity, culture, and contemporary expression while expanding how art is encountered and shared. Subscribe to our newsletter Email Subscribe Thanks for subscribing!

Tomiwa Arobieke Tomiwa Arobieke, a Nigerian artist based in Ibadan, draws inspiration from African lifestyles and nature, translating his observations into captivating acrylic paintings. Self-taught and deeply passionate about his craft, Tomiwa's works reflect the beauty of black skin and the interplay between tradition and modernity. Through his art, he invites contemplation on Nigerian history and the dynamics of human relationships, his paintings capturing the essence of his surroundings. Oneness, ca. 2024 Acrylic on canvas Love in Nature, ca. 2024 Acrylic on canvas Companion 2, 2022 Acrylic on canvas Comforter 1, 2022 Acrylic on canvas Companion, 2022 Acrylic on canvas Previous Next Connect with the Artist >

Damilare Jamiu Damilare Jamiu is a Nigerian artist whose portrait paintings explore Black identity, emotion, and beauty through vibrant colour and detail. Damask fabric is a recurring element in his work, inspired by his late father and used as a symbol of memory, heritage, and pride. His figures, often adorned in richly patterned textiles, are surrounded by flowers, bees, and butterflies that speak to healing, self-worth, and resilience. Through layered textures and expressive form, Damilare captures the strength and grace within everyday life, inviting viewers to see themselves reflected in his celebration of Black culture and existence. Royal Enchantress Oil and Acrylic on canvas One Kodak Moment Oil and Acrylic on canvas Flowers Don't Bloom Twice, 2025 Oil and Acrylic on canvas EVERYDAY PEOPLE Allegory of Memories, 2024 Oil and Acrylic on canvas Previous Next Connect with the Artist >

Chidimma Urunwa Chidimma Urunwa, is a Nigerian artist based in Manchester whose paintings unravel layered narratives of womanhood, identity and transformation. Working primarily with oil and mixed media, she blends figuration, symbolism and botanical imagery to create works that balance vulnerability with strength. Her practice is rooted in memory and personal history, drawing from Igbo traditions, myth, and lived experiences of displacement and resilience. Colour carries emotional weight in her work, with rich hues and textured surfaces conveying silence, healing and the shifting states of the inner world. Through her art, Urunwa challenges conventional perceptions of femininity and offers space for reflection on the resilience of women. THE BURDEN OF BALANCE Untitled Oil on Canvas IMUGHARİ OZO Oil on Canvas WHEN THE gods WERE WOMEN Oil on Canvas IN THE BEGINNING SHE WAS THE SOIL Oil on Canvas Previous Next Connect with the Artist >

Leykun Girma Leykun Girma is an Ethiopian artist whose work explores identity, spirituality, and the human condition through a symbolic and figurative approach. With over two decades of practice, his paintings draw from cultural traditions, belief systems, and everyday life in Ethiopia. Working primarily with acrylic, he uses the human figure as a space to reflect both physical presence and inner experience, often layering it with symbolic elements influenced by ancient visual and spiritual systems. His work considers the tension between tradition and modern life, exploring themes of memory, endurance, and transformation. Through a balance of intuition and discipline, Girma creates paintings that invite reflection, where personal experience and shared realities meet in quiet, thoughtful dialogue. A S H E N D A Acrylic Untitled Acrylic Clay Burning Acrylic Untitled Acrylic Separation of the Society Acrylic on canvas.jpg Acrylic Previous Next Connect with the Artist >

Gloria Mmaduako Gloria Eberechukwu Mmaduako is a Nigerian visual artist based in Enugu whose abstract paintings celebrate the power, resilience, and beauty of women. Working with acrylic and oil on canvas, she incorporates natural symbols such as leaves and flowers to weave layered narratives of transformation, growth, and renewal, drawing on the plant's quiet ability to shed and begin again. Her work also explores human connection and African culture through the use of traditional motifs and fabric, speaking to shared experiences of strength and becoming. EJIMA, 2024 Mixed media Twilight, 2023 Oil on canvas Trinity of Love, 2024 Mixed media Unveiled Journeys, 2024 Harmony I, 2024 Mixed media Previous Next Connect with the Artist >

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Boluwatife Victoria Lawal Boluwatife Victoria Lawal is a Nigerian artist whose paintings explore ideas of connection, identity and emotion through layered portraits filled with movement and flow. Working primarily with oil and acrylic, she blends colours and forms to express both resilience and tenderness. Hair often appears as a visual thread linking her subjects, symbolising strength, unity and shared experience. Her practice reflects an interest in how people relate to one another and how collective identity is built through intimacy, culture and the quiet power of presence. Alloy of companion II Acrylic on canvas Healing Embrace, 2024 Acrylic on canvas SWEET STRANGERS CHILLING IN SUMMER II Acrylic on canvas Dear Sister 2, 2022 Acrylic on canvas Symbiosis, 2022 Acrylic on canvas Previous Next Connect with the Artist >

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