Creator:
Simon Obeka (1996, Nigerian)
Creation Year:
2023
Dimensions:
Height: 20 in (50.8 cm)Width: 26 in (66.04 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
Medium:
Canvas,Oil
Movement & Style:
Contemporary
Period:
21st Century
Condition:
New

Additional Information: "On Your Tomb, They Won't Smell Nice" is a cheerful reflection on the importance of self-love and self-acceptance in our fleeting lives. This piece serves as a stark reminder that our worth and value cannot be measured by external validation or material possessions, but rather by the love and compassion we show ourselves. Through a striking visual representation, I aim to challenge the viewer to reevaluate their relationship with themselves, and to prioritize self-love and self-care in their journey. The title 'On Your Tomb They Won't Smell Nice' is a poignant reminder that our final legacy will not be defined by our external accomplishments, but by the love and kindness we showed to ourselves, and the impact that had on those around us." Shipping Procedure Ships in a well-protected tube from Nigeria This work is unique, not a print or other type of copy. Accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity (Issued by the Gallery) About Artist Obeka Simon Edoh is a full-time studio painter based in Abuja, Nigeria. He graduated from Ahmadu Bello University Zaria where he studied Fine Art and majored in painting. He was among the top 25 artists in the ?'Life in My City Art Festival'' competition in 2019 in Nigeria and also among the 10 finalists in the ?'Next Of Kin Annual Juried Art Exhibition And Competition'' in 2022 organized by Thought Pyramid Art Center, Lagos and also participated in a group exhibition titled ?'No Pain No Gain'' organized by Vivid ExclsiveArt Gallery in 2022. My fascination and obsession with the human figure can not be overly emphasized. Sometimes, I find myself spending countless hours looking at the human face. In my paintings, I hope to communicate with my viewer's life experiences and stories attached to every face I paint and each face tells a different and unique story These life experiences and stories are sometimes beautiful, joyful, sad, provoking, and educating.

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