Unknown Soldier - 21st Century, Contemporary, Figurative, Military, Veteran, Men
Makama John
Painting - 101.6 x 101.6 x 2.5 cm Painting - 40 x 40 x 1 inch
£2,035
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Boy Bee,
2023
Makama John
Painting : oil, acrylic, charcoal
61 x 45.7 x 2.5 cm 24 x 18 x 1 inch
£1,075
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Unique work
Signature
Hand-signed by artist
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Dimensions cm • inch
61 x 45.7 x 2.5 cm 24 x 18 x 1 inch Height x Width x Depth
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Not framed
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Artwork location: Nigeria
At the core of "Boy Bee," we encounter the symbol of the blue face cap. The blue color carries diverse connotations, representing tranquility, freedom, and a sense of calm. In this artwork, the blue face cap becomes a powerful symbol of the wearer's individuality and self-expression. It suggests that the young man is using his choice of headwear as a means of asserting his uniqueness and setting himself apart from societal norms or expectations.
The face cap becomes a metaphorical shield, allowing the young man to navigate the world on his own terms, symbolizing his desire to create his own identity and carve his own path. By prominently featuring the blue face cap, John invites viewers to reflect on the significance of personal style as a form of self-expression and as a means of celebrating our distinctiveness.
"Boy Bee" encourages contemplation of the intricate nature of identity and the journey of self-discovery. The young man in the artwork exudes a sense of confidence and self-assuredness, suggesting that he has embraced his unique qualities and is comfortable expressing them. His choice of the blue face cap hints at his exploration of various aspects of self and his willingness to experiment with different forms of personal style.
John's portrayal of the young man invites viewers to consider their own journeys of self-discovery and the power of embracing individuality. The artwork encourages us to question societal expectations and norms, urging us to uncover and celebrate the diverse layers that make us who we are. "Boy Bee" serves as a reminder that true fulfillment and happiness come from authentically expressing ourselves, even if it means deviating from the conventional path.
In "Boy Bee," Makama John beautifully captures the intersection of identity and fashion, highlighting how personal style can become an integral part of self-expression. The blue face cap becomes more than just an accessory; it becomes a representation of the young man's identity and a statement of his unique presence.
John's meticulous attention to detail is evident in the depiction of the face cap, with its intricate design and shading, inviting viewers to explore the nuances of its texture and symbolism. The artist's deliberate choice to focus on this specific element of the young man's attire underlines the transformative power of fashion and its ability to shape and communicate our individual narratives.
"Boy Bee" by Makama John is a captivating artwork that celebrates individuality, self-expression, and the exploration of personal style. Through the symbolism of the blue face cap, John invites viewers to contemplate the power of fashion in shaping our identities and challenging societal expectations.
The artwork encourages us to embrace our unique qualities, embark on journeys of self-discovery, and fearlessly express ourselves. It reminds us that personal style can serve as a powerful tool to convey our individual narratives, creating a visual language that resonates with others and leaves a lasting impact.
"Boy Bee" stands as a testament to the intricate and dynamic nature of human beings, urging us to embrace our distinctiveness, celebrate our personal styles, and boldly venture into the world, wearing our identities with pride.
Ships in a well-protected tube from Nigeria.
This work is unique, not a print or other type of copy.
Accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity (Issued by the Gallery).
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The face cap becomes a metaphorical shield, allowing the young man to navigate the world on his own terms, symbolizing his desire to create his own identity and carve his own path. By prominently featuring the blue face cap, John invites viewers to reflect on the significance of personal style as a form of self-expression and as a means of celebrating our distinctiveness.
"Boy Bee" encourages contemplation of the intricate nature of identity and the journey of self-discovery. The young man in the artwork exudes a sense of confidence and self-assuredness, suggesting that he has embraced his unique qualities and is comfortable expressing them. His choice of the blue face cap hints at his exploration of various aspects of self and his willingness to experiment with different forms of personal style.
John's portrayal of the young man invites viewers to consider their own journeys of self-discovery and the power of embracing individuality. The artwork encourages us to question societal expectations and norms, urging us to uncover and celebrate the diverse layers that make us who we are. "Boy Bee" serves as a reminder that true fulfillment and happiness come from authentically expressing ourselves, even if it means deviating from the conventional path.
In "Boy Bee," Makama John beautifully captures the intersection of identity and fashion, highlighting how personal style can become an integral part of self-expression. The blue face cap becomes more than just an accessory; it becomes a representation of the young man's identity and a statement of his unique presence.
John's meticulous attention to detail is evident in the depiction of the face cap, with its intricate design and shading, inviting viewers to explore the nuances of its texture and symbolism. The artist's deliberate choice to focus on this specific element of the young man's attire underlines the transformative power of fashion and its ability to shape and communicate our individual narratives.
"Boy Bee" by Makama John is a captivating artwork that celebrates individuality, self-expression, and the exploration of personal style. Through the symbolism of the blue face cap, John invites viewers to contemplate the power of fashion in shaping our identities and challenging societal expectations.
The artwork encourages us to embrace our unique qualities, embark on journeys of self-discovery, and fearlessly express ourselves. It reminds us that personal style can serve as a powerful tool to convey our individual narratives, creating a visual language that resonates with others and leaves a lasting impact.
"Boy Bee" stands as a testament to the intricate and dynamic nature of human beings, urging us to embrace our distinctiveness, celebrate our personal styles, and boldly venture into the world, wearing our identities with pride.
Ships in a well-protected tube from Nigeria.
This work is unique, not a print or other type of copy.
Accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity (Issued by the Gallery).
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Constance and Sons Gallery • Nigeria
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Presentation
As eye-catching as intriguing, Makama John's portraits are irrevocably in tune with the creative bubbling of Africa. From his studio located in Abuja (Nigeria), the self-taught artist delivers a powerful body of works. Giving the viewer an intimate atmosphere, his creations are marked by blazing colours, brilliantly put in contrast to enhance his subjects whose unchanging gazes are filled with unwavering confidence and poise. The aesthetic signature he developed with the green polka-dotted skin gives all the uniqueness to his representations, thus recognizable from miles away. If the young Nigerian always had a pencil or a paintbrush in his hand since childhood, he decided to wear the hat of a full-time artist three years ago. A pivotal decision that marked the beginning of an exciting chapter and made him a promising artist whose name is now on the lips of art collectors from all around the world.
With portraiture, Makama John explores a way to (re)take and retain control over the image, and therefore the perception, of the individuals who make up the multilayered cultural here and now of Africa. His work can be seen in the same vein as Amoako Boafo, Annan Affotey or Kehinde Wiley – from whom one can recognize the busy backgrounds –, artists who have greatly inspired his work. However, distinctness quickly became a crucial thing for the young painter who decided to cultivate a bold visual signature: sharp-eyed individuals represented with emerald green skin covered with black polka dots.
An unusual, yet brilliantly exploited, choice of pigment that John explains as coming from childhood memories when, growing up on his grandparents' farm, green would fill his daily visual environment. “It's the green we find on the farmland, everywhere it's always green during the rainy season. It is memories of me helping my granddad. I realized that with green, I could represent agriculture, growth, prosperity." Having grown up close to outdoors and vegetation also explains the recurrent insertion of botany in his works.
One can see it as a poetic way to embody the ongoing bond that unites us to nature, our life cycle being not so different from that of the elements of nature; the same intricate rhythm of life that sees us born, grow, reproduce, wither and die just as flora. As for the black dots covering his subjects – who are mostly John's close friends – they symbolize all the individuals who, singularly, make up Africa's plurality.
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