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Gideon Niikoi Kotey (Deon Art) Gideon Niikoi Kotey, also known as Deon Art, is a Ghanaian artist whose figurative portraits and landscapes are rooted in cultural identity and tradition. Based in Accra, his work draws on scenes from everyday life and the rich visual language of African heritage. Raised in a creative home with early guidance from his father, Kotey’s practice centres on honouring and preserving African customs, particularly through depictions of attire, rituals and symbolism unique to different tribes. His paintings aim to reconnect viewers with a sense of cultural pride while offering insight into stories that words alone cannot express. Each work invites reflection on the continuity between past and present, blending storytelling and symbolism to capture the spirit of African people and traditions. SISA WADWEN NA WO MM)DENBO NSISA, 2025 Acrylic, photo transfer, fabric transfer, oil paint, charcoal, ink and fabric on canvas I Pledge as an African Oil paint, Acrylic, fabric transfers, and photo transfer on canvas OBAA YAA, 2025 Acrylic on canvas Nea mabusua b3di nti, 2025 Acrylic, oil, charcoal, African print fabric and photo transfers on canvas Can I also call myself Black? 2025 Acrylic, oil paint and fabric transfers 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 >

Nana Osei Nana Osei, also known as Victor Osei Mensah, is a Ghanaian contemporary artist whose figurative paintings draw from ancestry, identity and youthful optimism. Self-taught and working mainly with acrylic and oil on canvas, he centres his subjects through expressive eyes that act as mirrors of emotion and inner life. Ancestral tribal marks and patterned details appear across his figures, grounding them in African heritage while speaking to the ambitions of adolescence. His work reflects a personal language shaped by memory, culture and observation, using colour and form to translate emotion into visual stories. Through painting, Nana Osei shares fragments of his identity, inviting viewers to connect with both feeling and tradition. Yellow Rose For My Love, 2022 Oil and Acrylic on canvas Turquoise Glasses,2023 Acrylic on canvas Dining on Desire, 2024 Acrylic on canvas Son of the Soil, 2022 Oil and Acrylic on canvas Fiery Pleasure, 2025 Acrylic on Canvas Previous Next Connect with the Artist >

Okafor Paschal Kenechukwu Okafor Paschal Kenechukwu is a Nigerian artist whose practice centres on figurative painting and portraiture as a way of exploring identity, emotion, and cultural presence. Trained in Fine and Applied Arts, he began with pencil drawing before developing a strong connection to oil and acrylic on canvas. His portraits focus on human expression, using gesture, gaze, and form to convey inner states and personal narratives. Rooted in cultural appreciation, his work balances sensitivity and clarity, creating images that feel intimate yet open to interpretation. Through an evolving practice, Paschal invites viewers to reflect on shared experience, emotional depth, and the ways identity is shaped through memory and observation. Where the shadow Ends, 2024 Oil On Canvas 44x40 in He Who Knows Too Early, 2026 Oil On Canvas 40x40 in Not all who teach us about love are human, 2024 Oil On Canvas 44x40 in Regent, 2025 Oil On Canvas 31x40 in IMG_0443.jpg Oil On Canvas 40x23 in Previous Next Connect with the Artist >

Jayeola Joshua Jay Joshua is a Nigerian artist whose paintings draw from personal experiences, cultural heritage, and everyday life. Working primarily with expressive colour, texture, and layered detail, he uses red as a recurring element to symbolise strength, passion, and determination. His work often reflects themes of identity, faith, and resilience, translating emotion into bold visual form. Joshua approaches each piece with intention, sketching, researching, and refining as his ideas take shape on canvas. Through his art, he captures moments of struggle and hope, creating scenes that speak to growth, self-belief, and the courage to keep pushing forward. Lady in Pearl, 2023 Acrylic on canvas Daddy’s Shoe Acrylic on canvas The girl child Acrylic on canvas Jacob’s blessing Acrylic on canvas Safe Space Acrylic on canvas Previous Next Connect with the Artist >

Armand Boua Armand Boua, is an Ivorian artist based in Abidjan, whose textured paintings explore themes of social struggle and human resilience. His work focuses on marginalised communities, particularly the street children of Abidjan, shedding light on their lives amidst political and social turmoil. Using layers of acrylic and collage, Boua applies and strips back paint to create haunting, abstract forms that reflect both the fragility and vitality of his subjects. With his raw, expressive technique, Boua captures the tension between beauty and hardship, inviting viewers to confront the realities often overlooked in everyday life. Gnambro, 2019 Acrylic & collage on linen Mon Frangin, 2024 Acrylic & collage on linen Untitled, 2016 Acrylic & collage on linen Les petits Marrakas 2, 2021 Acrylic & collage on linen Cè Djinzin allons à Gagnoa les Frangins, 2024 Acrylic, newspaper paper, ochre, wood powder, and glue on cardboard, Previous Next Connect with the Artist >

Afolayan Emmanuel Afolayan Emmanuel, is a Nigerian visual artist based in Lagos, who draws inspiration from his environment and personal journey. His oil paintings explore the human condition through thoughtful poses and introspective gazes, capturing themes of self-love, contentment, and self-esteem. With vibrant and detailed compositions, Emmanuel creates art that resonates with universal themes of identity and self-awareness, inviting viewers to connect with their emotions and reflect on their inner lives. Shared Bond, 2024 Oil on canvas My confidante ii, 2024 Oil on canvas At Rest, 2024 Oil on canvas Lady with a Parrot, 2024 Oil on canvas Shared Bond ii, 2024 Previous Next Connect with the Artist >

Muideen Abdulkadir Muideen Abdulkadir is a Nigerian visual artist and clinical psychologist based in Abuja whose practice is shaped by a deep engagement with African identity and the human psyche. Working with oil and acrylic on canvas, he creates emotionally charged figurative work that explores trauma, survival, and healing, making visible the interior experiences that people often carry silently. His background in psychology informs a practice rooted in culture, storytelling, and the intersection of emotional and artistic expression. Screenshot 2026-03-30 at 22.41.49.png Oil and acrylic on canvas IFUNANYA: The Lost Twin, 2025 Oil and acrylic on canvas Between Passion and Becoming, 2022 Oil and acrylic on canvas Becoming Oil and acrylic on canvas Broken: The Quiet Weight Within, 2023 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 >

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 >

Nedia Were Nedia Were, is a self-taught Nigerian artist whose figurative works explore the joys, struggles, and memories of growing up in Nigeria. Using a distinctive scribble technique with ballpoint pen, alongside other media like acrylic and crayon, Adesiyan creates intricate portraits that evoke nostalgia and emotional depth. Inspired by childhood experiences and the influence of his artist uncle, his art captures the essence of everyday life, offering viewers a reflective connection to their own stories. Through delicate lines and textures, Adesiyan’s works resonate with themes of resilience, simplicity, and the beauty of formative years. The Portrait of Naliaka, 2021 The Male figure, 2022 Acrylic and oil on canvas Mukhana Mumwamu 6, 2021 Acrylic and oil on canvas Omukhana Mutiti, 2024 Acrylic and oil on canvas Ipicha Ya Vudukhu, 2024 Acrylic and oil on canvas Previous Next Connect with the Artist >