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By ADA
DIKE
There are just a few more days left to view
the ‘Muse,’ solo exhibitions by a multi talented Nigerian born and based
photographer, Lakin Ogunbanwo, curated by Marc
Prust.
The exhibition, featuring beautifully curated
collection of portraits will give everyone an insight into the mind of
Ogunbanwo and his visual interpretations of his subjects; juxtaposition between
highly stylised imagery and a subtle raw, moody imagery. In a nutshell, the
exhibition is about capturing beauty or one’s idea of it.
Inspired by his yearning
to use photography as a medium to foster discussion on the subject of sexuality,
creed, or gender, he hinted that ‘Muse’ explores
notions of visualisation and impressions, using three ‘muses’ to create an
extraordinary body of work. His works summarise perceptions of glamour
associated with models by capturing moments that give us a glimpse into their
real lives.
Speaking to the press recently, Ogunbanwo
revealed that the exhibition would be presented
in Lagos in two parts: Part one will be on view from December 5 to
December 9, 2013, at Didi Museum while Part two will take place from
December 19, 2013 to February 19, 2014 at The Wheatbaker Hotel, Ikoyi.
He further
said that
the 35-piece exhibition would be his second conceptual exhibition in Lagos.
Ogunbanwo is a self trained artist who has
become one of the most preferred artists since 2011
by individuals and organizations. His distinctive style of photography can be
seen as an expression of beauty and identity.
He first began
practicing his art while studying at Law school in the United Kingdom. He made
his way to Paris where he fine-tuned his talent at the Speos Photography
Institute.
Upon his arrival to Nigeria,
he immediately garnered a buzz in the fashion industry for his ability to
capture extraordinary beauty in his own provocative fashion. A versatile artist
with an eye for colour, he goes against the status quo with remarkable
confidence, challenging the conservative culture of his country with his
thought provoking imagery that can be described as vivid and sometimes
suggestive.
Armed with a portfolio
that boasts of several exhibitions and work with some of the brightest African
and international talents, his meticulous approach allows him to create the
visually stunning imagery that earned him a top spot on CNN’s profile of
“Africa’s Most Exciting New Photographers”.
Popular for his usage of black colour, he
plays with strong visual language.
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