
Framed by Foliage (The Rebirth) - 21st Century, Contemporary, Figurative, Men
Desmond Akindoju
Painting - 76.2 x 55.9 x 2.5 cm Painting - 30 x 22 x 1 inch
$1,850 $1,388
Painting : acrylic, pencil
81.3 x 81.3 x 2.5 cm 32 x 32 x 1 inch
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81.3 x 81.3 x 2.5 cm 32 x 32 x 1 inch Height x Width x Depth
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Not framed
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Artwork location: Nigeria
"Framed by Foliage" by Desmond Akindoju is a captivating artwork that invites viewers into a serene natural setting. In this piece, a man stands amidst lush foliage, seemingly embraced by the verdant surroundings. The title itself, "Framed by Foliage," suggests a deliberate composition, with the foliage acting as a natural frame, drawing attention to the central figure.
Akindoju's meticulous attention to detail brings the lush greenery to life, with each leaf and branch carefully rendered to evoke a sense of depth and texture. The play of light and shadow adds to the sense of tranquility, enveloping the scene in a soft, ethereal glow.
The central figure, standing tall and contemplative, serves as a focal point, inviting viewers to reflect on their connection to nature and the world around them. There is a sense of harmony and balance in the composition, as the man becomes one with his surroundings, embodying a profound sense of unity with nature.
Through "Framed by Foliage," Akindoju invites viewers to pause and appreciate the beauty and serenity of the natural world. The artwork serves as a reminder of the inherent connection between humanity and nature, encouraging us to embrace our role as stewards of the earth.
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About Artist
Desmond Akindoju, born in 2001 and hailing from Ondo state, Nigeria, is a talented abstract-realism artist. Despite being an early career artist, his work reflects a deep understanding of the persistence of childhood memories in one's life. Desmond draws on fragments from his own lived experiences and missed opportunities during his early years to create art that is both striking and evocative.
Desmond's artistic journey began during his formative years in the lush flora belt of the Ondo countryside, in South-West Nigeria. The peaceful and serene environment, coupled with the rich vegetation and tropical flowers, provided him with ample inspiration. He has since sought to express the essence of these natural elements through the use of leaf patterns on his subjects' skin in his paintings. Having grown up with a deep appreciation for the flora and fauna around him, he sees his art as a means of reconnecting with nature and expressing its beauty in a unique and captivating way.
Desmond works primarily with acrylic on canvas, and his paintings are marked by the calm and peaceful personalities of his figures. His training from a humble background has imbued him with a sense of tranquility, which he seeks to convey through his art. His figures are often depicted in serene poses, with stylish hairstyles that exude confidence and elegance.
Desmond's art is a reflection of his belief that art can be used to address the problems that affect both him and humanity. His subject matter is alluring, stunning, and vibrant, and he strives to convey these qualities through both African and Western perspectives. He hopes to challenge perceptions about how we should live, dress, and behave, while also showcasing the beauty and diversity of our world.
Artist Statement
I see art as a capable way of addressing problems affecting myself and humanity. The subject matter of my work is alluring, stunning, and vibrant. I also endeavor to convey them in both African and Western reality which addresses their perception of how they should live, dress, or behave.
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Constance and Sons Gallery • Nigeria
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Desmond Akindoju hails from Ondo city, Nigeria. He is a contemporary Nigerian visual Artist, a stylized surreal painter, and an art historian that specializes in painting and art history. His paintings are done in a stylized way with a characteristic leafy background on which he places his subjects and even dominates their skins.
He believes "art has a capable way of addressing problems affecting humanity, reminding us of the natural things God has endowed us on earth". Desmond explained that "The subject matter of my works is alluring, stunning, and vibrant. I also endeavor to convey them in both African and Western reality which addresses their perception of how they should live, dress or behave"
According to him, he calls this style "LEAFISM", meaning art created to have different leaflike effects and leaf patterns, and this creativity is influenced by his belief that as a full-time studio artist, his environment should be the first thing to influence his art practice even before other things outside will. With a vast experience in the art industry and his use of his favorite medium, acrylic pigments on primed cotton, he has participated in different exhibitions.
His works are done to capture the beauty of nature, providing solutions to problems affecting humanity physically, mentally, emotionally, socially, and spiritually. Desmond's works also serve as an enchantment of love, beauty, peace, euphoria, romantic emotions, and connection-building with the viewers.
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