Oluwamayowa Akingbade Michael b(1988), A Nigerian from Ogun state, was born in Lagos. In 2013, he received a National Diploma in Art and Industrial Design from Lagos State Polytechnic. After completing his Industry Training Programme(IT) at the Universal Studios of Art, National Theater Lagos, he attained his Higher National Diploma(HND) in Painting from the same institution. He is a young, brilliant, and prolific artist who experiments with several different mediums in his work. He has participated in various competitions and exhibitions. He has participated in The Eko Art Expo (Organized by the Lagos State Government in 2017), The Affordable Art Auction at Mydrim Gallery, Ado odo Art Expo in 2019, Miniature Art Fair Organized by Ogrikan Gallery, Experience the 2ND (A group show organized by 9 artists at the Kokopelli Gallery in 2021) and A Better Time, a group show at Omaka Gallery in London.

His art has found a global following with collectors worldwide, appreciating his artistic deftness in creating his works.

He is currently practicing as a full-time studio artist.

My works reflect my environment and personal experiences. My art delves into my past, present, and potential future. It highlights the significance of my childhood, relationships, and African identity. Using figurative and portrait techniques to explore the concept of human excellence, particularly focusing on Black people as a form of identity. My works are characterized by a rich and dark color palette, symbolizing the unique beauty and resilience found within African culture.

Through blending and a light brush-work approach, I capture the essence of my subjects Infusing the creation with emotions and depth. Acrylic is a preferred medium, due to its quick drying properties, it enables me to experiment freely and bring this artistic vision to life.

My art serves as a form of freedom and self-expression, incorporating elements of my environment and drawing inspiration from renowned artists, creating artworks that resonate with viewers on a personal level. Through my unique artistic style and exploration of dark color, I use the style to celebrate the excellence and uniqueness of Black individuals while inviting viewers to contemplate their own identity and experience within the broader context of humanity.
In this body of work, I strive to capture the moments of individual, the intimate moods, which is made up of every moment that has the possibility of being a beautiful moment, documenting the minds that generate in the past or future wouldn’t be completed without the present.

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