Bidspirit auction | Enigmatic Moremi: Onileke Ara series

Enigmatic Moremi: Onileke Ara series By Bakare Abubakrsideeq babatunde 2024 Oil and Ankara fabrics - SHIPS FROM Abuja, Nigeria This piece holds deep significance in my journey from Kwara State to Abuja. It was the very first artwork I created upon arriving in Abuja. The painting features the enigmatic Moremi part of the series ”Onileke Ara” , a figure who hails from Offa, Kwara State the city where I discovered myself and where my artistic journey began. It’s a place of many firsts for me: I got married there, my first daughter was born there, and it was also where I sold my first piece of art to an international collector a Moremi painting that now belongs to a private collection in the United States. Bakare Abubakrsideeq Babatunde, born in Ogun State, Nigeria, is a dynamic artist whose journey in the world of art has been shaped by a rich cultural background. Completing his higher education in Lagos State, Nigeria, Bakare earned a Higher National Diploma in Library and Information Science, laying the foundation for a unique artistic perspective. Bakare's artistic evolution began with pencil drawing, a modest start that eventually led him to experiment with various mediums. Among these, oil color, acrylic, and Ankara fabrics on canvas emerged as his favored mediums, allowing him to explore the depth of his creative vision. Primarily focusing on figurative painting and portraiture, Bakare's work delves into the intricacies of human expression and identity. His art becomes a canvas for the narratives of emotions and cultural appreciation. Bakare Babatunde's art goes beyond aesthetics; it reflects cultural appreciation, emotional depth, and a commitment to evolving narratives. As he continues to contribute to the global art conversation, Bakare invites viewers to engage with his work on both a visual and conceptual level. Condition: Good Condition, as in images Dimensions: 101.6 x 88.9 cm