This contemporary artwork features a vibrant, abstract portrait against a striking yellow background. The composition is dominated by a stylized, expressive face with bold brushstrokes and a mix of organic shapes and geometric patterns. The artist has employed a vivid color palette, blending shades of blue, green, and brown to create a visually captivating and dynamic piece. The work appears to draw inspiration from expressionist and surrealist traditions, showcasing the artist's unique visual language and creative interpretation of the human form. The overall effect is a thought-provoking and visually engaging contemporary artwork. ...
Richard Ayodeji Ikhide (b. 1991 Lagos, Nigeria) studied Textile Design at Central Saint Martins, followed by a Postgraduate degree at the Royal Drawing School, London. Working between graphite, ink and watercolour, Ikhide’s focus on drawing is tied to an interest in the mark-making of our ancestors, and the affective dimensions of a two-dimensional practice. Taking inspiration from diverse archives and artefacts, Ikhide seeks to manifest the spiritual in material form. ...
