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Mixed Media, Acrylic on Canvas
Size: 26.5 W x 35.5 H x 0.1 D in
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ABOUT THE ARTWORK
The Abfillage technique, introduced by Prosper in 2022, involves the application of a newspaper or magazine collage as a background, onto which he paints expressive figures. The purpose of Abfillage, according to Prosper, is to preserve written stories and showcase their relationship to the painted figures. Using saturated colors, Prosper aims to mollify negative narratives in the background, highlighting the importance of preserving culture through creative expression. “Every element of these works is put together to describe the idea of Afrocentrism and pan-Africanism,” says Prosper. “I believe that to preserve culture, I must continue to create it.” Prosper’s works delve into themes of anxiety, depression, self-hate, and various mental and physical states prevalent in contemporary society. Born and raised in Nigeria, Prosper’s figurative and expressive paintings celebrate African identity while challenging stereotypes. His stylized figures, known for elongation and exaggeration, feature iconic afro hairstyles, symbolizing pride in African heritage
Original Created:
2023
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DETAILS AND DIMENSIONS
Mixed Media:
Acrylic on Canvas
Original:
One-of-a-kind Artwork
Size:
26.5 W x 35.5 H x 0.1 D in
Frame:
Not Framed
Ready to Hang:
No
Packaging:
Ships Rolled in a Tube
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Handling:
Ships rolled in a tube. Artists are responsible for packaging and adhering to Saatchi Art’s packaging guidelines.
Ships From:
Nigeria.
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Prosper Aluu
Nigeria
A full-time studio artist since 2017, brings a wealth of experience and a unique perspective to art. Graduating from the Federal University of Technology Owerri in Building technology and design and also gained expertise in graphic design, illustration, 3D modeling, video editing, and animation. The artistic journey began with a significant milestone in 2018 winning the Peace Poster award at the first official art exhibition. In 2020, was signed as a brand ambassador to TECNO Mobile Nigeria, further solidifying an impact on the art scene. With the introduction of “Abfillage” into the art scene, with an aim to preserve written stories and showcase their relationship to the painted figures. Using saturated colors, which aims to mollify negative narratives in the background and highlighting the importance of preserving culture through creative expression. ACCOMPLISHMENTS o Created artworks for articles and magazine covers, Journals and featured in different magazines o Recognized in publications o Exhibited both nationally and internationally o Won peace poster award in 2018 by ANBUKRAFT for an artwork on peace o Tecnomobile Nigeria ambassador( 03/2020 – 03/2021) o Paintings available in notable collections like the ‘FONDATION SOCIETE GENERALE COTE D’IVOIRE”
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