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 >

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 >

Olamide Ogunade Olisco Olamide Ogunade, known as Olisco, is a Nigerian artist whose portraits combine charcoal, graphite and acrylic to capture the rhythm of life in contemporary African society. His work explores skin as a surface of identity, using tone and texture to reflect individuality and emotion. The recurring bubbles that appear across his compositions serve as symbols of pressure, release and the temporary nature of struggle. Drawing from his surroundings and daily encounters, Olisco’s detailed approach invites viewers to look closely and reflect on the resilience and energy that define his world. Classic Discussion, 2024 Charcoal and acrylic on canvas In His Embrace, 2023 Acrylic on canvas You Are Not Alone, 2022 Charcoal and acrylic on canvas Big Sister, 2023 Acrylic on canvas Her World, Her Poodle, 2025 Charcoal and acrylic on canvas Previous Next Connect with the Artist >

Learn more about the contemporary artist Marc Padeu. Marc Padeu Marc Padeu , an artist from Melong, Cameroon, draws inspiration from his daily life, creating works that blur the lines between the mundane and the monumental. His dynamic paintings depict figures in motion, exploring history, memory, and spirituality. Through skilful use of colour and composition, Padeu evokes emotional realms and incorporates elements from art history and religious imagery. His latest series delves into cocoa plantations as backdrops, pondering appropriation and domestication. Padeu's work invites contemplation on the intersection of European and African histories. La diseuse de bonne aventure, 2020 Acrylic on canvas, 200 x 268 cm The Blue man of Njombé, 2019 Acrylic on canvas, 210 x 270 cm Voici l'homme !, 2019 Acrylic and glitter on canvas, 200 x 200 cm Blue night romance, 2019 Acrylic on canvas, 210 x 270 cm Le récital, 2020 Acrylic on canvas, 200 x 269 cm Connect with the Artist

Hopex John Hopex John is a Nigerian hyperrealism artist whose portraits illuminate African identity through depth, precision and emotional resonance. Working primarily with paper, charcoal and colour, he captures the essence of everyday people and moments, transforming realism into a language of empathy and reflection. Entirely self-taught, Hopex began drawing as a child, using art as a way to express imagination and connect with the world around him. His practice is rooted in conversation and observation, finding inspiration in human interaction and the subtleties of expression. Through each portrait, he seeks to honour the individuality of his subjects while exploring broader sociocultural themes that shape contemporary African life. Patiently Waiting Charcoal and acrylic on canvas Afro Charcoal and acrylic on canvas Courier of peace II Charcoal and acrylic on canvas Black power Charcoal, acrylic & fabric on canvas Small Joys Charcoal and acrylic on canvas Previous Next Connect with the Artist >

Learn more about the contemporary artist Dominique Hunter. Dominique Hunter Dominique Hunter , is a Guyanese multi-disciplinary visual artist whose work critiques the misrepresentation of Black female bodies in historical and contemporary contexts. Her pieces incorporate elements of mixed media, symbolism, and personal narratives, capturing themes of identity, mental health, and self-care, thereby creating a powerful commentary on the lived experiences of Black women. Influenced by her background in fine arts and Caribbean culture, Hunter’s work explores the intersection of societal perceptions and individual well-being. She uses the concept of "mini migrations" to examine how individuals, while rooted in specific spaces, experience both relief and discomfort at the threshold of different environments. Through her intricate use of mixed media and symbolism, Hunter’s work challenges viewers to reconsider the complexities of identity, migration, and self-preservation. Everything Will Be Okay, 2020 Mixed media on canvas, 72 x 54 in Persist, 2023 Mixed media collage on watercolour paper, 30 x 22 in Check-in, 2019 Mixed media on watercolour paper, 30 x 22 in A Message From the Other Side, 2023 Mixed media collage on watercolour paper, 30 x 22 in All things considered, 2023 Mixed media collage on watercolour paper, 42 x 36 in Connect with the Artist

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