Ekene Stanley Emecheta

Ekene Stanley Emecheta

BornNationalityBased In
1994NigerianLagos
Biography

Ekene Stanley Emecheta began his artistic journey at the tender age of four. As a self-taught figurative artist, he has honed a portraiture style that delves beyond mere physical representation, capturing the essence and persona of his subjects. His figural iconography blends elements from both fantastical and historical domains, intertwined with intimate personal narratives. By shifting focus away from chromatic identity, he directs the viewer's attention to the form and its contextual environment, broadening interpretive horizons and fostering a deep engagement with the narrative inherent in each piece. Emecheta often places figures of African descent in settings that deviate from their conventional or anticipated backdrops, challenging and reshaping historical narratives. Through his portraiture, Emecheta seeks to capture the core of the human experience, revealing the intricate facets of his subjects' stories and diverse identities. ...

Selected Artworks
For Greener Pastures
Ekene Stanley Emecheta
For Greener Pastures, 2022
120 x 90cm
Bush Boy
Friends
Get Ready
Vkeeky
Family Cookout I
Ekene Stanley Emecheta
Family Cookout I, 2024
120 x 150cm
Family Cookout II
Ekene Stanley Emecheta
Family Cookout II, 2024
120 x 150cm
Office Man
Gallery Representation
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