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Simon ObekaDoes It Get Better? - 21st Century, Contemporary, Figurative, Women, Africa, Oil2024
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“Does it Get Better?” is a hauntingly beautiful question that echoes the collective longing of humanity. It's an emotional inquiry that arises from the depths of our darkest moments when the weight of our struggles seems insurmountable. This phrase is a raw and honest expression of our desire for a respite from the pain, a reprieve from the suffering, and a promise of a brighter tomorrow.
In asking "Does it Get Better?", we confront the uncertainty that shrouds our lives. We confront the fear that our struggles may be endless, that our pain may be permanent, and that our hope may be futile. Yet, in the same breath, we affirm our resilience, our determination, and our capacity to persevere.
This phrase is a testament to the human spirit's boundless potential for growth, healing, and transformation. It's a reminder that every storm will pass, that every wound will heal and that every darkness will be illuminated by the light of hope. "Does it Get Better?" is an ode to the power of hope, which fuels our journey toward redemption, forgiveness, and renewal.
Through this question, we find solace in the knowledge that we are not alone in our struggles. We find comfort in the understanding that others have walked similar paths and have emerged stronger, wiser, and more radiant. We find courage in the realization that our struggles are not definitions of our worth, but rather catalysts for our growth.
"Does it Get Better?" is a beacon of light in the darkness, a reminder that every dawn breaks anew and that every sunrise brings with it the promise of a better tomorrow. It's a declaration of our unwavering faith in the human spirit's capacity to overcome, heal, and thrive.
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Obeka Simon Edoh is a full-time studio painter based in Abuja, Nigeria. He graduated from Ahmadu Bello University Zaria where he studied Fine Art and majored in painting. He was among the top 25 artists in the ‘’Life in My City Art Festival’’ competition in 2019 in Nigeria and also among the 10 finalists in the ‘’Next Of Kin Annual Juried Art Exhibition And Competition’’ in 2022 organized by Thought Pyramid Art Center, Lagos and also participated in a group exhibition titled ‘’No Pain No Gain’’ organized by Vivid ExclsiveArt Gallery in 2022.
My fascination and obsession with the human figure can not be overly emphasized. Sometimes, I find myself spending countless hours looking at the human face. In my paintings, I hope to communicate with my viewer's life experiences and stories attached to every face I paint and each face tells a different and unique story These life experiences and stories are sometimes beautiful, joyful, sad, provoking, and educating.
- Creator:Simon Obeka (1996, Nigerian)
- Creation Year:2024
- Dimensions:Height: 36 in (91.44 cm)Width: 36 in (91.44 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
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- Gallery Location:Ibadan, NG
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1717215832292
Obeka Simon Edoh is a full-time studio painter based in Abuja, Nigeria. He is a graduate of Ahmadu Bello University Zaria where he studied Fine Art and majored in painting. He was among the top 25 artists in the ‘’Life in My City Art Festival’’ competition in 2019 in Nigeria and also among the 10 finalists in the ‘’Next Of Kin Annual Juried Art Exhibition And Competition’’ in 2022 organized by Thought Pyramid Art Center, Lagos and also participated in a group exhibition titled ‘’No Pain No Gain’’ organized by Vivid Exclusive Art Gallery in 2022. My fascination and obsession with the human figure can not be overly emphasized. Sometimes, I find myself spending countless hours looking at the human face. In my paintings, I hope to communicate with my viewer's life experiences and stories attached to every face I paint and each face tells a different and unique story These life experiences and stories are sometimes beautiful, joyful, sad, provoking, and educating.
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