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Joshua SalamiDavid's Journey2022
2022
About the Item
"David's Journey" by Joshua Salami is a captivating artwork that beautifully encapsulates the spirit of a young man embarking on a profound voyage of self-discovery, passion, and vision. The painting radiates with an aura of readiness and enthusiasm as it portrays David, the central figure, on the cusp of an exciting adventure toward realizing his dreams.
The artist has masterfully captured David's sense of eagerness to explore the uncharted territories of his own potential. His posture exudes confidence, and his eyes sparkle with the anticipation of new experiences and opportunities. David's youthful energy is palpable, and viewers can't help but be drawn into his world of possibilities.
"David's Journey" not only symbolizes a quest for self-discovery but also celebrates the freedom of self-expression. David's attire and accessories reflect his unique style and individuality, emphasizing the importance of embracing one's authentic self in the pursuit of one's dreams. The artwork speaks to the power of personal identity and the significance of staying true to oneself along life's journey.
Moreover, the painting radiates an aura of love and beauty. The colors and composition chosen by Joshua Salami infuse the artwork with a sense of warmth and tenderness. It serves as a reminder that love and beauty are integral aspects of any meaningful journey, guiding and inspiring the traveler along the way.
In "David's Journey," Joshua Salami has not only created a visually stunning piece but also a poignant narrative that resonates with viewers. It invites us to reflect on our own paths of self-discovery, the importance of embracing our passions, and the power of envisioning a brighter future. It is a beautiful memory that captures the essence of youthful optimism and the boundless potential that resides within each of us.
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Ships in a well-protected tube from Nigeria
This work is unique, not a print or other type of copy.
Accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity (Issued by the Gallery)
About Artist
Joshua Salami is an artist whose passion for creativity in painting has no limit and he is a Nigerian-based contemporary artist. He is a product of The Polytechnic Of Ibadan, where he studied Art Design and Printing Technology and holds a diploma in fine art, and has participated in art workshops and art exhibitions. His work is deeply inspired and shaped by his experiences and the people around him, together with people's lifestyles in the world at large. His work also depicts experiences that inform his view of the world and humanity's self-discovery with life and its environment.
He also seeks to convey the mood of human life and expression with images that portray human experience through blackness. His pictorial language developed within his work deals with human identity as it portrays themes woven around memories, lifestyle, and thoughts from everyday experiences. Joshua hopes that his works establish trust with the viewer, allowing a sincere conversation to commence and inspiring them to discover something about themselves while experiencing a new perspective. He also uses the richness his materials provide to give his work a strong physical presence that enhances the uniqueness of his style and creates a more appealing look, combined with the aesthetic value and beauty of the paint on canvas in contemporary art.
- Creator:Joshua Salami (1995, Nigerian)
- Creation Year:2022
- Dimensions:Height: 48 in (121.92 cm)Width: 36 in (91.44 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
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- Gallery Location:Ibadan, NG
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1717213222092
Artist bio and statement: Joshua Abayomi Salami's is an artist whose passion for creativity in painting has no limit and he is a Nigerian based contemporary artist. He is a product of The Polytechnic Of Ibadan, where he studied Art & Design and Printing Technology and holds a diploma in fine art and has participated in art workshops and art exhibitions. His work is deeply inspired and shaped by his experiences and people around him, together with people's lifestyle in the world at large. His work also depict experiences that inform his view of the world and humanity self discovery with life and it environment. Joshua Salami's practice of art is profoundly influenced and inspired by his experiences, the people around him and as well as human daily lifestyle and activities. He seeks to convey the mood of human life and expression with images that portray human experience through blackness. His pictorial and illustrative language developed within his work deals with human identity as it portrays themes woven around love, beauty, memories, lifestyle and thoughts from everyday experiences. His practice as an artist has made him innovatively able to convey and express the mood and situational experience in an artistic way and hoping that his works will establish trust with the viewer, allowing sincere conversation to commence and inspiring them to self discovery while experiencing a new perspective in his works. His vibrant colours and naturalistic paintings are executed using the richness and texture his materials provide to give his work a strong physical presence that enhance the uniqueness of his style and create a more appealing look, combined with the aesthetic value and beauty of the paint on canvas in contemporary art.
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