The artist accompanies this piece with the following text: "We are all dreamers; we live in this world and aspire for great heights in our struggles and endeavours. This piece resonates with me so much, I developed the idea in the catholic home where I’m currently lodged for my Youth service. I’m a dreamer and only my dreams can rescue me. “On this flight, I pray I never loose sight and never quit the fight” fight here is about our struggles and aspirations in the social and political terms. The only time we can visualise better is with our eyes closed as only then we really see the wealth inside us. The wealth inside is represented by the crown above my subject’s head and I choose the yellow colour as yellow to symbolise richness and wealth. The circular ring round the head is the gene and it symbolises the greatness that runs deep in our genetics."
Artist +-
Oryiman Agbaka
"I like to educate young black Africans about the power that they posses [while also] educating black people about their rich culture and diversity, but promoting unity." -Oryiman Agbaka
Oryiman Agbaka is a self-taught multidisciplinary artist and freelance photographer. He was born and raised in Nigeria. Agbaka explores different styles and mediums, but is traditionally a ballpoint pen artist, working in portraiture and figurative art. Using lines and shapes to represent symbols, Agbaka focuses on realism to bring to life everyday experiences without distorting their truth. The artist uses ink to retell the stories and experiences of their subjects by drawing realistic portraits and capturing their individual expressions. Understanding line language and movement allows Agbaka to focus on the creation of layers through crosshatching.
Donation +-
Based on our agreement with the artist, 15% of the pre-VAT price excluding frames will be donated to support the social movement. Donation will be given to theInstitute on Race, Equality and Human Rights.
Artwork Details +-
Finishing: Artwork will be delivered mounted with a white wooden frame
Shipping: Artwork will be shipped from Nigeria. Delivery duration is 30-40 business days within the UK and Continental Europe, +40 days for the rest of the world. Delivery to some countries will be subjected to additional import VAT and duties to be paid to the courier directly.