Art X Lagos is now in its 7th edition showcasing art from over 40 countries, 31 galleries and representing 120 artists. Based in Lagos, Nigeria the fair has a strong base in Africa and casts a spotlight on art from Africa and it diaspora. Nigerian artists dominate here but there is a good representation of artists from other countries as well. The show featured some familiar names such as Oliver Okolo and Nedia Were both of whom are known for their portraitures. Rendered in a timeless fashion one can see their future success is cemented firmly. Leila Rose Fanner's ritual, the first piece shown here, is reminiscent of the ethereal beauty of Portia Zvavahera's work. The subjects faces are as dark as the night and the features dissolved with paint. The pair are getting ready, one guesses, for a wedding and the angelic aura that surrounds them promises a spiritual event. All of the artists here are worth noting however and once you take a look for yourself you'll see what I mean.
Leila Rose Fanner, Ritual, 2022, South African
4 Rom Isichei, Tender hope glints in her gaze, 2019 to 2021, Nigerian
5 Mofoluso Eludire In the same vein, 2022, Nigerian
10 Justice Mukheli, Would you, 2022, South African
14 Victor Olaoye, She is just like me II, 2022, Nigerian
16 Sungi Mlengeya, Njia tatu, 2022, Tanzanian
17 Samson Bakare, Boys can be flowers, 2022, Nigerian
20 Raji Babatunde Mohammed, Early Influence, 2022, Nigerian
24 Austin Uzor, Outsider, 2022, Nigerian
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