Richard Ayodeji Ikhide
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This vibrant, visually striking artwork features a bold, expressive composition of colorful abstract shapes and forms. The prominent central figure appears to be a stylized female character with striking facial features and a patterned, ornate costume. The overall palette is dominated by warm tones of yellow, orange, and red, punctuated by splashes of blue, purple, and black. The artist's bold, gestural brushwork and playful use of organic, biomorphic shapes create a dynamic, almost surreal atmosphere. This piece seems to draw inspiration from African and Afro-Caribbean artistic traditions, suggesting a celebration of cultural identity and expression. ...
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Richard Ayodeji Ikhide
B.1991, NigerianRichard 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. ...