United in Prayers

Name: United in Prayers
Brand: Solomon Omogboye
SKU: SO-108
Price: 104950.0 ZAR
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United in Prayers

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Artist: Solomon Omogboye

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Size 140 x 143cm

Material Charcoal and Acrylic on Frabiano paper

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Solomon Omogboye's captivating artwork, entitled "United in Prayers" depicts a group of young children with their hands raised in a position of prayer, symbolizing a shared moment of devotion, spirituality, or contemplation. The vibrant, contrasting colors layered over the detailed figures suggest the emotional depth and energy behind this quiet act. The collective posture of the boys emphasizes unity, connection, and the strength found in shared faith or reflection.

Hailing from Lagos, Nigeria, Solomon Omogboye, born in 1982, emerges as a luminary in impressionist painting. His artistic journey burgeoned through dedicated art and industrial design studies at the Lagos State Polytechnic, complemented by a tenure at the prestigious Lagos National Theatre. In 2007, his exceptional talent earned him the esteemed AADS Best Artist of the Year award, marking a milestone in his illustrious career. Transitioning from shaping young minds as an art educator, Omogboye embarked on a new chapter in 2014, settling in South Africa to further expand his artistic horizons.

Omogboye's expansive portfolio is a testament to his versatility, employing mediums such as charcoal, pastel, acrylic, and oil on canvas to articulate his thoughts and visions. His vibrant creations have graced esteemed exhibitions across diverse locales, from the bustling streets of Lagos to the cultural hubs of Johannesburg, Franschhoek, and even Théoule-sur-Mer, France. Defined by bold brushstrokes and whimsical renderings of the human form, his art resonates both locally and internationally, positioning him as a trailblazer in Nigeria's artistic landscape.

Omogboye's art is deeply rooted in a genuine appreciation for the inherent beauty of life. His work reflects the complexities of existence, acknowledging imperfections and celebrating the essence of being. For him, painting goes beyond just technique; it serves as a means to express intentions and create a deeper connection with the world. This sentiment is evident in every brushstroke, inviting viewers to pause, reflect, and discover beauty in the everyday.

About the Artist - Solomon Omogboye

About Solomon Omogboye

Solomon Omogboye is a gifted impressionist painter born in Lagos, Nigeria, in 1982. He studied art and industrial design at the Lagos State Polytechnic before starting work at the Lagos National Theatre. He won the AADS Best Artist of the Year award in 2007.

Omogboye worked as an art teacher for six years before moving to South Africa in 2014. "I've always been a prolific painter, encouraged by my mother, a teacher," he says. "My paintings reflect my thoughts, inspiration and ideas, using mainly charcoal, pastel, acrylic and oil on canvas.

Omogboye has exhibited his work in Lagos, Johannesburg, Franschhoek and in Théoule-sur-Mer, France. His bold, lively paintings, characterised by energetic, bold strokes and capturing playful expressions of human anatomy, have attracted local and international attention for many years, firmly settling him among Nigeria's leading artists.

"The beauty I see in every existence is my inspiration to paint," he says. "For me, painting is a practice of focusing intentions moment to moment – mirroring what life is really about."

This gifted and humble artist says he finds inspiration wherever he travels – and it's not always the obvious thing that catches his eye. "My paintings reflect what I continue to learn in life: that the only perfection is imperfection and the appreciation of what is."

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