Red Bow, Broken Heart, 2021
Painting : acrylic, pencil, charcoal · 121.9 x 91.4 x 3.8 cm 48 x 36 x 1.5 inch
$2,000
2 000 $US
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Painting : Unique artwork
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Artwork sold in perfect condition, not framed
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121.9 x 91.4 x 3.8 cm 48 x 36 x 1.5 inch Height x Width x Depth
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The work "Red Bow, Broken Heart" is a poignant study of childhood vulnerability set against vibrant, chaotic energy. The figure of the young girl, dressed formally with a large, vivid red bow, instantly confronts the viewer with an expression of deep distress. This striking contrast between her celebratory attire and the tears she is wiping away speaks to the pressure of performance and the silent sorrow often hidden beneath external perfection.
This painting honors the complexity of childhood emotion, suggesting that pain is not always quiet; sometimes, it is brightly dressed and demanding to be seen. The vivid backdrop and the figure's central placement insist that her moment of sorrow is valid and powerful. "Red Bow, Broken Heart" invites us to acknowledge the visible signs of beauty while recognizing the unseen, intimate battle fought within.
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Emmanuel Akolo Olusegun is a Nigerian-born, Niagara-based visual artist bridging engineering precision and self-taught figurative painting. Working with acrylics and charcoal, he builds richly textured surfaces through expressive brushwork and an intimate "fingerprinting" technique that embeds his personal mark into the canvas.
His works engage themes of identity, resilience, and human connection through earthy tones, bold contrasts, and sculptural depth. He describes life as an "unfinished narrative" — and his paintings reflect that evolving story.
Recent highlights include his solo exhibition (2026), Best in Show at the Niagara Falls Juried Art Exhibition (2025), and a residency at Niagara Falls Exchange Art Studios. Saatchi Art named him their sole Nigerian artist on the list; Singulart featured him among . His work is licensed through Samsung Frame TV and LG Gallery TV+, held in private collections across six countries, and supported by the Ontario Arts Council.
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