Richard Ayodeji Ikhide
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This striking black and white print features a bold, graphically stylized figure with an anatomical, almost skeletal appearance. The composition is dominated by the strong, angular lines and intricate patterns covering the subject's body, creating a sense of visual energy and intensity. The figure's exaggerated musculature and contorted pose suggest a sense of power and dynamism. The artist's use of a high-contrast, illustrative technique evokes a raw, expressive aesthetic that adds to the work's striking visual impact. This unconventional portrayal of the human form likely reflects the artist's intention to challenge traditional representations and explore themes of the body, mortality, and the human condition. ...
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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. ...