Jayeola Joshua

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€2.750,00

"His experimental approach to artistry, coupled with the vivid use of red, reflects a range of emotions and personal experiences, inviting viewers to contemplate the human condition and find solace amidst life's challenges."

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Jayeola Joshua

Jayeola Joshua (b. 2000, Osun State) is a rising Nigerian contemporary artist based in Lagos, whose evocative compositions explore the emotional and psychological layers of the human experience. With a Higher National Diploma in Painting from Yaba College of Technology, following his initial studies at The Polytechnic Ibadan, Joshua has become a powerful voice in the new generation of African visual artists.

Working with acrylic, oil, and charcoal on canvas, his technique is defined by the use of soft curved lines and bold red tones that evoke tension, comfort, and resilience. Through this visual language, he constructs emotionally rich scenes that speak to adversity, introspection, and the transformative power of art.

Joshua’s work has been exhibited across Nigeria and internationally, including the Art Miabo International Art Festival, Nine Eighteen Nine Studio Art Gallery (USA), and the Nirantar International Online Exhibition. He has also been featured in Suboart Magazine and participated in a portfolio review with Andrew Pierre Hart at Tiwani Contemporary in Lagos.

Fuelled by a desire to bridge past and present, Joshua’s practice encourages viewers to pause, reflect, and engage with the complexities of the human psyche. His art stands as a testament to emotional storytelling through African contemporary art — bold, expressive, and deeply human.

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