Samuel Olayombo Samuel Olayombo, is a Nigerian artist whose textured, large-scale portraits explore themes of gender, masculinity, and cultural identity. Olayombo's acrylic paintings create vibrant and dramatic compositions, often portraying male subjects in non-gender-normative ways. His use of a palette knife adds intricate, three-dimensional textures that evoke scarring, a nod to Yoruba cultural practices. Influenced by artists like Vincent Van Gogh and Arja Valimaki, Olayombo’s work challenges traditional notions of gender and masculinity, incorporating pastel pinks and roses to confront stereotypes and promote equality. Through his art, Olayombo redefines the constructs of identity and cultural expression. Sheriff Williams, 2022 Acrylic on canvas Sheriff Williams, 2022 Acrylic on canvas Michael Cherryfield, 2024 Acrylic on canvas Jeremy Hathaway, 2023 Acrylic on canvas DreamBoat, 2022 Acrylic on canvas Previous Next Connect with the Artist >

Athenkosi Kwinana Athenkosi Kwinana, is a South African artist and visual activist based in Johannesburg, whose work centres on reimagining how people with albinism are represented in African visual culture. Working with drawing and printmaking, she creates large-scale self-portraits that confront stereotypes and challenge the discrimination she has faced throughout her life. Influenced by personal experience, her work explores identity, visibility, and the body, particularly within Black communities. Kwinana’s art is both a form of self-reflection and public advocacy, addressing the myths and isolation that people with albinism often endure. Through her practice, she uses art as a tool for education, healing, and social change, creating space for more inclusive and empathetic narratives. Scarlet, 2023 Emerald, 2023 Colour pencil on Fabriano Tangerine, 2023 Colour pencil on Fabriano Geolwe, 2023 Colour pencil on Fabriano BTM’24 Colour pencil on Fabriano Previous Next Connect with the Artist >

James Mishio James Mishio, is a Ghanaian mixed-media artist based in Accra whose work is driven by his exploration of humanity through experimentation with various materials. His use of oil, acrylic, pastel, and fabric on canvas, applied with a palette knife in thick impasto layers, emphasises the richness of African skin and its historical significance. Mishio’s work often incorporates second-hand clothing, symbolising the idea of ‘life after death’ by extending the lifespan of these materials beyond their original function. Through his portraiture and figurative works, Mishio engages with themes of identity, perception, and societal judgement, particularly surrounding men with hairstyles like dreadlocks. Inspired by individuals like Ahmad Cissé, who challenge stereotypes, his Identity series reflects on how society labels individuals based on appearance, aiming to change these narratives. Before We Dissolve, 2023 Confidential, 2022 Acrylic, oil, pastel & fabric on canvas Hybrid Mode II, 2023 Acrylic and oil on canvas Pondering State, 2022 Acrylic, oil and fabric on canvas Back To Back, 2023 Acrylic and oil on canvas Previous Next Connect with the Artist >

Teddy Mulundi Teddy Mulundi is a Kenyan artist whose work captures the movement, rhythm, and energy of everyday life. Based in Nairobi, his practice is shaped by the constant motion, colour, and atmosphere of the city, where ordinary moments become a source of visual storytelling. Working primarily with acrylic and a palette knife, he builds layered surfaces rich in texture and depth, allowing each piece to carry its own sense of movement. His paintings reflect an interest in culture, people, and the quiet significance within daily experiences, translating fleeting scenes into expressive compositions. Through his process, Mulundi creates work that feels both immediate and alive, rooted in observation while celebrating the vibrancy of his surroundings. Kuku, 2024 Acrylic on canvas Water Queue, 2024 Acrylic on canvas Wapenzi, 2025 Acrylic on canvas Kiondo, 2025 Acrylic on canvas Uswahilini, 2024 Acrylic on canvas Previous Next Connect with the Artist >

Zanele Montle Zanele Montle, is a South African artist from Kwa Zulu Natal. Her paintings highlight everyday life activities in vivid acrylics, probing questions of Black identity and community. Influenced by personal experiences of migration and adaptation, Montle’s work draws on family photographs and her Zulu heritage, reflecting a deep engagement with memory and belonging. Incorporating diverse media and design elements, her evolving practice bridges traditional and contemporary narratives. Through bold colours and a dynamic visual language, Montle’s art encourages viewers to reconsider notions of home, identity, and cultural continuity. Sibambisene, 2022 Imiyalezo, 2024 Acrylic on canvas 1e.png Acrylic on canvas Untitled, 2023 Acrylic on canvas Acrylic on canvas Previous Next Connect with the Artist >

Olamide Ayomipo Adesola Olamide Ayomipo Adesola, is a Nigerian artist whose work centres on figurative expressions that reflect her environmental beliefs and cultural ties to the Black race. Through vibrant colours and nuanced facial expressions, her paintings celebrate and amplify the experiences of Black women, shedding light on their resilience, sacrifices, and struggles. Olamide’s art is deeply rooted in African culture and personal experiences, serving as a journal to connect with a broad audience, particularly women. Using oil and acrylic paints, she crafts striking compositions that challenge societal norms, aiming to inspire advocacy for positive change and deeper understanding. The African Child, 2023 Oil and acrylic on canvas After fall, 2023 Oil and acrylic on canvas Focus, 2023 Oil and acrylic on canvas NO WOMAN, NO CRY!, 2022 Oil and acrylic on canvas The Human and her White Halo, 2023 Oil and acrylic on canvas Previous Next Connect with the Artist >

Johnson Uwadinma Johnson Uwadinma, is a Nigerian artist whose paintings and installations explore themes of memory, identity, morality, and human co-existence. Known for his use of tessellating hues and layered textures, Uwadinma creates visually intricate works that reflect on past and present experiences as well as the complexities of urban life. His art often combines acrylic paints, drawing symbolic connections between the human body, history, and collective social development. Through his intricate surfaces and thought-provoking themes, Uwadinma invites viewers to reflect on the delicate interplay between memory and contemporary existence. MERCHANT, 2023 Acrylic on canvas PEACE OFFERING, 2023 Acrylic on canvas CLIMATE REALITIES, 2023 Acrylic on canvas Wrap me, 2023 Acrylic on canvas VESSEL, 2023 Acrylic on canvas Previous Next Connect with the Artist >

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