The first time I came across the story on Olumide Oresegun's amazing hyperrealism artworks was on Nairaland. I saw the headline and thought to myself: "Hmmmm, another artist....we've done so many stories on artists. I didn't click the link to read the story. The second time was when my colleague offered the story. I became eager to view photographs of his artworks. Nothing short of amazing!!
Olumide Oresegun's reality inspired art has captured the hearts of many across Nigeria leading to Nigerians becoming aware of such a style of art work. His paintings reflect what is considered an advancement of photographed realities; an art style that is rarely used in paintings or sculptures. When Olumide's art works hit the internet some weeks ago, the social media world in Nigeria was abuzz with many Nigerians expressing how amazed they were with his works. The 35 year old works in a small workshop from his home using locally sourced materials. Depending on the size of the painting, it could take between one to three months to complete an art work. At 14 years of age, Olumide was already drawing. He ventured into painting professionally at age 24. His passion for hyperrealsim art drove him to learn and develop the skill. His paintings address various themes ranging from celebrating womanhood to highlighting the innocence of children. While studying Fine Arts at Yaba College of Technology, Olumide started selling his paintings to clients both within and outside Nigeria. Some of his paintings costs as high as 500,000 naira (2,512 U.S. dollars). Commissioned works are sold at a higher cost. With over 100 commissioned works, Olumide is looking to create more awareness for hyperrealism art. The hyperrealism artist has held two solo exhibitions in 2011 and 2014. Olumide says he wants to make an impact in the art scene in Nigeria and hopes that many others will be inspired to become hyperrealism artists.
Pictures courtesy: Seun Sanni
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