Cry to freedom by Olamilekan Okunade
Medium: Acrylic on canvas
Dimensions: 30 x 36 in
Year: 2024
Price: $3000.00 USD
Status: available
Cry to Freedom, is a visual representation of the emotional journey of a captured soul yearning for liberation, the central figure is seen in bondage, and enveloped in bitterness, The symbolic motive of this painting is fighting for freedom regardless of the limitations, and loss of time that needed to be covered. the symbolic representation of the chain and the bird that is ready to fly further enhances the narrative of a plea for liberation from physical and emotional confinement, her pose depicts hope, she was seen looking forward to a bright future if she succeeded in breaking off the shackle. The key message of this painting is resilience, aspiration, and the universal longing for freedom in the feminine world.
About the Artist
Nationality: Nigerian
Artist Statement My art is a tribute, an embodiment of strength, resilience, and quiet but powerful stories that shape my socio-relatable and...