A Dolapo Obat Art Gallery Exhibition

Exhibition Note

The Human Condition" serves as a profound wellspring of inspiration for exhibiting digital artists. This exhibition delves into themes such as love, vulnerability, self-discovery, and the intricate facets of the human experience. These exhibiting artists have adeptly channelled this inspiration into their digital art creations, crafting pieces that beautifully resonate with the emotions and narratives woven throughout the tracks of Jon Bellion's album, From Etubi’s combination of iRobot with woke the f**k up to Sadiq’s nostalgia-inducing 80s film and Amara’s intergalactic journey, prepare to be transported into The Human Condition experience.

Jon Bellion and his album "The Human Condition" breathe fresh life into the art scene. This groundbreaking exhibition, aptly titled "The Human Condition," marks a pioneering endeavour in Abuja as the first digital art group exhibition. It serves as a vital platform for digital artists in Abuja to express their creativity. Recognizing the need to bridge the gap in the appreciation and promotion of digital art as a mainstream form of expression, this exhibition aims to showcase a diverse and valuable array of digital artworks, firmly asserting that digital art is both relevant and here to stay.

This stunning collection of paintings and mixed media works explores the themes of renewal, transformation, and hope.

The artists in this show have created works that speak to the power of the human spirit to overcome adversity and emerge stronger. They offer us a vision of rebirth and renewal, a reminder that even in the darkest of times, there is always hope for a better future.

The Rebirth art show is on display at the Dolapo Obat Gallery on the 10th of October to 16th of October. Admission is free.

The DART Stage. A pioneering art event that seeks to enhance the artistic and cultural growth of contemporary art in Abuja & Lagos, Nigeria.

TDS focuses on providing a venue for local artists to showcase their talent and creativity using various artistic mediums, whilst connecting with other emerging artists, arts professionals and arts groups in the community.

We can’t wait to welcome you to our FIRST exhibition coming up on the 1st - 3rd of September, 2023 at the Dolapo Art Gallery in Abuja!

ABOUT THE EXHIBITION

Crossroads discusses the social, economic and political disruptions occasioned by the ongoing pandemic (COVID-19) and how it has affected the lives and worldviews of the artist and his creative output.

ABOUT THE EXHIBITION

ALTERNATIVE REALITY is a collection of paintings and photographs by Olorunyemi Kolapo and Kamal Obat. The collection is inspired by the ending quote of the movie Mad Max. “Where must we go, we who wander this wasteland, in search of our better selves?” - The First History Man.

What is a wasteland? Excluding the obvious definitions, it is also something, as a period of history, phase of existence, or locality, that is spiritually or intellectually barren. Most of us have an eternal existential crisis "what is the purpose/meaning of this life?" And we strive towards that, attempting to better ourselves, in order to be eligible for the greatness we deserve.

The stories from the works on show explore this concept of a life different from what is the current reality, an alternate reality.

ABOUT THE EXHIBITION

Colour helps us remember objects, influences our purchases and sparks our emotions. But did you know that objects do not possess colour? They reflect wavelengths of light that are seen as colour by the human brain.

"Responsive Eye" is a body of work by Olorunyemi Kolapo Obadiah (kingdiah), curated by Susa Garrido which is inspired by physics theories and focus on the perceptual aspects of art, which result both from the illusion of movement and the interaction of colour relationships that heightens the sensitivity of the eye while at the same time providing a restful solace. 

read more

ABOUT THE EXHIBITION

The theme, Her Wish, epitomises a woman and talks about how she vows to raise her voice and stand up for herself despite the struggles and also make amends for the past.

Sophia uses balloons as a source of inspiration to hope for a brighter future and the joy it brings.

read more

ABOUT THE EXHIBITION

In Darkness Every Day - In Black, There Is Beauty.

In the absence of colour and vibrancy, you see, more clearly – a sense of harmony. The relationship between symmetry and abstraction; geometrical patterns and the space in between them present a sense of structure and balance. The presence of geometry in everyday life cannot be ignored.

“MONO​” is a collection of paintings and photographs by DOLAPO OBAT created in the consciousness of the art of GEOMETRICS. From shots of striking architecture and dwindling streets to paintings inspired by excerpts from books and films.

Explore the different zones showcasing the subconscious geometrical universe we live in. Explore patterns, outlines and symmetrical paradigms through MONO.