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Akingbade Mayowa
My Little Pet and I

2022

About the Item

The art of capturing the essence of a moment in time is a skill that only a few possess. In the world of art, such moments can be immortalized in a painting, a sculpture, or a photograph. One such artwork that captures a beautiful moment of companionship is the painting titled "My Little Pet and I". This masterpiece is a painting of a lady carrying a white cat in her arms, and it is a stunning representation of the bond between a pet and its owner. The composition of the painting is simple yet elegant. The lady is placed in the center of the canvas. The cat's white fur stands out against the soft background, and its eyes sparkle with life. The lady's face is turned slightly as if she is listening to its purring. The painting is a beautiful representation of the bond between a pet and its owner. The lady and her cat are portrayed as equals, both enjoying each other's company in a moment of quiet happiness. The painting evokes a sense of peace and contentment, and it is a testament to the power of companionship. Mayowa has seen this scenario in society, apart from seeing different domestic animals and pets a lot of people adore, it flashes him back to his cousin when were together, she had a kitten she so much adored, and she goes around with her pet, and there was a strong intimacy between the two that got the interest in documenting them as his painting. In conclusion, "My Little Pet and I" is a beautiful artwork that captures the essence of the bond between a pet and its owner. Mary Cassatt's skillful use of color and composition creates a sense of warmth and serenity, and the painting is a testament to the joy that pets can bring to our lives. It is a timeless piece that will continue to inspire and delight viewers for generations to come. Shipping Procedure 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 About Artist Oluwamayowa Akingbade Michael b(1988), A Nigerian from ogun state, born in Lagos. In 2013, he received a National Diploma in Art and Industrial Design from Lagos State Polytechnic. After completing his Industry Training Programme (IT) at the Universal Studios of Art, National Theater Lagos, he attained his Higher National Diploma (HND) in Painting at the same institution. He is a young brilliant and prolific artist that experiments with several mediums. He has participated in various competitions and exhibitions, winning first place in two of them and third place in another. The Springs in 2014, The Eko Art Expo organized by the Lagos State Government in 2017, the Affordable art auction at Mydrim Gallery, Ado odo art Expo in 2019, miniature art fair organized by Ogrikan Gallery 2019, Experience the 2nd a group show organized by 9 artists at the Kokopelli gallery in 2021, And A better time, a group show at Omaka Gallery in London. He is currently Practicing as a full-time studio Artist. Artist Statement My body of work reflects my environment, it emphasizes my past, and present which could possibly lead to the future, I use my art to speak on my past experience during my childhood with, my relatives and friends, and even in the present have been the source of my creation. My works focus on black people as a form of identity as an Africa, I use figurative and portraiture as a way of expression embedded with a dark hue color to capture "HumanExcellence" I employed blending and a light brushwork approach to express myself, and I occasionally exploited my current mood to create a painting and my environment reflect in creating my works. Acrylic is a good medium for me to experiment with because I was influenced by several great artists and have the ability to finish a project with a quick dry effect. To me, my works serve as Freedom, and use the uniqueness of dark color value in their bodies to create human excellence.
  • Creator:
    Akingbade Mayowa (1988, 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: LU1717213812912
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