The Seeker 02, 2024
Oil, acrylic and collage on wood panel
Dimensions
100 × 80 × 6 cm
About the Work
“Created with acrylic, fabric, and oil paint on wood board, this piece is a vibrant fusion of textures and colors that captures the spirited quest for attention, confidence, and happiness. The rich primary colors convey energy and vitality, reflecting the dynamic journey of a child. By integrating fabric, I added depth and dimension, symbolizing the layered experiences that shape our pursuit of self-expression and joy. "The Seeker 02" stands as a testament to the human drive for recognition and self-assurance. It encourages us to embrace our uniqueness and chase happiness with enthusiasm. This artwork invites you to energize your spirit and boldly seek out life's extraordinary moments.”
Artist
Shyne Eghosa
View Profileb. 1975, Lagos, Nigeria
Shyne Eghosa (b. 1975) is a Nigerian-born, self-taught artist whose work explores memory and identity through bold, textured compositions. Since beginning to paint in early 2023, he has developed a raw and expressive style rooted in Neo-Expressionism, Art Brut, and a Trans-Cultural approach where African heritage and European diasporic experience collide. Working primarily on wood panels with acrylics, oil sticks, pastels, and fabric, he draws inspiration from traditional African masks and crafts, as well as artists like Jean-Michel Basquiat, Paul Klee, and Manolo Valdés. Many viewers relate his work to Basquiat, though his palette and forms also reflect the modernist spirit of Barcelona, where he currently lives. His choice of wood as a primary surface is rooted in childhood memories grounding his practice in personal history and an approach that embraces the raw, unrefined nature of the materials themselves. He is the founder of Unmaking Art Studio, a nonprofit space in Barcelona where a diverse group of emerging artists come together to share ideas, create, and exhibit. For him, “unmaking” is not about destruction, it’s about stripping away what no longer fits and giving shape to something more honest. As he puts it: “My art is a conversation between cultures, history, and my personal journey. Each piece is a step forward in discovering who I am.” Though new to the art scene, Shyne's work was selected for the juried Biennale di Chianciano 2024 in Tuscany, Italy. He has also exhibited in various group shows in Barcelona, and currently has work with Tobian Art Gallery in Florence, Italy.
