Lost Tomato 2012 Painting

Joe Abdallah Nigerian by Birth, Lebanese by Blood Born in 1992 in Oyo State, Ibadan, Nigeria, Joe Abdallah comes from a family of seven. From a young age, Abdallah demonstrated a keen artistic aptitude, creating drawings on large papers pieces to biscuits paper packaging and sculptures, often using everyday materials to create. He immersed himself in studying the human form, animal life, and various art mediums, teaching himself techniques beyond his formal education. Abdallah excelled artistically in the academic field, graduating as the top art student in primary school with a deep understanding of figurative art, drawing inspiration from the works of Henri Matisse. In secondary school, he was appointed a leadership role as an art prefect in charge of the art studio and taught several classes under direction. He was officially made the health prefect, while also developing interests in animal husbandry and agriculture. Today, Joe Abdallah is a creative director for establishments like the Central Park Abuja, design hub, sync hub, and BHdesigns. He is also a founding artist of the Bamboo Lakeside, Abuja Sculpture Garden, Nomadic Tech and Art Garden, Artnotdrugs initiative, and the Good Human Foundation. For the past 5 years, he has worked as the Task Producer for Big Brother Naija. Abdallah's diverse artistic background and self-taught approach have resulted in a unique and captivating body of work, blending his Nigerian heritage, Lebanese roots, and deep fascination with the human experience.