“The Jigsaw Puzzle of Us” (A4 size in inches: 8.3 x 11.7) The air in the bar was thick with the scent of old wood and the low, soulful hum of a vintage jazz record. Clara traced the rim of her glass, the ice clinking softly, a metronome keeping time Read more…
“A Celebration of Heritage and Community: The Ojude Oba Festival and Its Enduring Legacy” The Ojude Oba festival, a name that translates from Yoruba as “The King’s Court,” is far more than a simple annual gathering. It is a vibrant, profound, and deeply cherished cultural institution that celebrates the history, Read more…
“Weaving the Future: The Evolution of African Fashion Designers” For centuries, African fashion has been a vibrant, dynamic, and deeply personal form of expression. From the intricate geometry of Ghanaian Kente to the bold narratives woven into Nigerian Adire, these textiles and garments have always been more than mere clothing. Read more…
The watercolour painting, with its golden light, blurred yellow taxis, and towering, shadowy buildings, offers a visual whisper of Lagos. It is a snapshot, a single frame capturing the relentless energy that defines Nigeria’s most populous city. Yet, to truly understand the soul of Lagos, one must leave the two-dimensional Read more…
SAXMAN “Sax Men,” a vibrant A4 watercolour painting, captures a moment of intense musical synergy between two horn players. The loose, expressive strokes and the fluid blending of blues, browns, and vibrant yellows evoke the raw energy and improvisational spirit inherent in many forms of music. However, viewed through the Read more…
Have you ever looked at a piece of art and instantly felt a profound sense of calm wash over you? A feeling of being transported, of finding a quiet moment of respite in a bustling world? That’s precisely the magic woven by “Home of Peace,” a captivating watercolor painting that Read more…
If you’re passionate about music that stirs the soul or art that speaks volumes, the name Fela Kuti might already resonate with you. Born Olufela Olusegun Oludotun Ransome-Kuti on October 15, 1938, in Abeokuta, Nigeria, this Afrobeat pioneer wasn’t just a musician—he was a cultural icon and revolutionary whose influence Read more…
Introduction Welcome to a deep dive into the world of art with our latest feature! Today, we’re thrilled to explore *”Baba & Baby – A Father’s Legacy”*, a mesmerizing watercolor painting that captures a poignant moment between a father and child. Created on a standard A4 size paper measuring 8.3 Read more…
Title: Baba Onilu 2Medium: WatercolorSize: A3 (approximately 11.7 x 16.5 inches) Introduction: The Pulse of Yoruba HeritageIn the luminous watercolor painting Baba Onilu 2, crafted on an A3 sheet measuring approximately 11.7 x 16.5 inches, the artist captures the vibrant soul of Yoruba culture through the figure of a master Read more…
The Nigerian market is a vibrant tapestry of culture, commerce, and community, a place where the heartbeat of daily life echoes through every interaction. Market Square, a captivating watercolor painting, offers a window into this dynamic world, capturing the essence of day-to-day activities in a Nigerian market. Let’s immerse ourselves Read more…
A Deeper Dive into the World of Nigerian Market Women: More Words, More Stories Pre-Dawn Hustle: The Day Begins in Darkness Imagine the stillness of 4 a.m. in a Nigerian village or city suburb. While most are still wrapped in sleep, market women like Amina, a yam seller from Ibadan, Read more…