We didn’t know who Oresegun Olumide until about 15 hours ago when a painting by him made rounds on the internet. And honestly, we still do not know a lot.
– A Nigerian “Oresegun Olumide” drew this, let’s help blow his trumpet. @gidi_traffic#Nigeria#Art#Paintings –pic.twitter.com/Gu2zEU5tjx”
— GIDITRAFFIC (@Gidi_Traffic) March 7, 2016
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What we do know, we learnt from his Facebook bio which describes him a professional artiste, who resides in Lagos, and graduated from Yaba College of Technology.
It’s not a lot, but judging from his works as displayed on FB, it is obvious that Oresegun Olumide deserves way more recognition than he’s currently getting.
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These oil paintings from his ‘Glistening’ exhibition will show you why we’re so hung up on him.
This post first appeared on Star.ng
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This man is a FANTASTIC talent! I hope he goes f-a-r …..
Those pictures are very nice someone shared I had to see for myself very nice very nice
In this unveiling artist, I salute the African spirit of resilience and excellence. Art is African!
In this unveiling artist, I salute the African spirit of resilience and excellence. Art is African!
What a great talent, WoW.
From of the paint work inscription shows that this paint work had been since 22 March 2014
. Then how come we are knowing him now?
How can one purchase some of his artwork?