Gerry Nnubia’s The Faces of Us Amplifies Beauty, Resilience of Humanity 

Art enthusiasts are having a moment at the ongoing virtual painting exhibition, “The Faces of Us: The Textured Tales of Humanity”, a collection of seven expressive works by renowned artist Gerry Nnubia. Rebecca Ejifoma explores the masterpiece 

Gerry Nnubia, an expressive painter with all shades of precision, has successfully whipped up a sumptuous plate of paintings that celebrate the unique identity, resilience, and vulnerability of humanity on large canvases. The solo art show, “The Faces of Us”, kicked off on April 14 and will run until May 19. 

Among his collection “Gilded Glamour”, “Faces of Bold Expressions”, “Textured Truths”, “Shifting Perspective”, “Abstracted Identity”, and “Fragments of Self”.

For Nnubia, each piece – carefully and boldly crafted with thick and sculpted palette knives – has its unique tale. Using compatible and well-mannered, he characterises his paintings with dynamic compositions that evoke many emotions.

While the exhibition intentionally features a diverse array of subjects, the painter engages the mind’s eyes of art enthusiasts. Each painting carefully captures the unique personality and character of its subject and allows viewers to savour his works on a deeper level.

Nnubia’s The Faces of Us

Nnubia’s collection, “The Faces of Us”, reflects impasto face paintings that explore the emotions etched into the human experience. This collection captures the essence of diverse individuals. It emphasises the interplay between the artist’s chosen hues. And the boldness of their strokes draws the audience into its mystery.

Succinctly put together, Nnubia expressed, “I am excited to share ‘The Faces of Us’ with the world.” He firmly believes that art can unite people and help them understand each other more deeply. 

Created on the backdrop to remind people of the power and complexity of human emotions, Nnubia’s “The Faces of Us” is a must-see for art lovers and anyone who appreciates the beauty and intricacy of the human experience. The exhibition is now open and available to view online and purchase.

The aesthetic artist is known for his unique and expressive style and has a decade-long career. He has exhibited his works in galleries and private institutions worldwide, earning critical acclaim and numerous accolades. 

Exhibiting on the platform of The Jadé Art Collectives Limited and soothingly curated by Nigerian-UK-based art connoisseur Aderonke Akinyele, Nnubia’s artistic vision is rooted in the belief that everyone has a story worth telling, and his paintings aim to capture the essence of these stories through the faces of his subjects. “From the joyous to the sorrowful, each portrait in “The Faces of Us” is a testament to the beauty and strength of the human spirit,” says the curator.

About The Jadé Art Collectives Ltd

The Jadé Art Collectives Ltd is an international art platform showcasing a diverse collection of contemporary art from African artists and the Diaspora. It explores modern art business through art advisory, consulting and curatorial projects.

Curating online exhibitions and quarterly pop exhibitions at conventional gallery spaces, Jadé scouts for the artist who, through his believed exceptionalism, digs for artistic volume with his skill and creativity.

In the words of Akinyele, “We develop a greater mission of caring for these artists and, in the process, build an increased economic impact while establishing a unique narrative of the Continent.”

Recently moved its Lagos, Nigeria base to Swindon, the United Kingdom, Jadé curates exhibitions of contemporary artists and private art events of leading and emerging talents who solely define the art movement for a diverse audience and manages private collectors.

Akinyele is a passionate African art curator and enthusiast with a wealth of knowledge and experience in the field. Aderonke is fascinated by the rich cultural heritage of Africa and the diverse art forms it encompasses.

With a degree in Fine Arts from a prestigious university in Nigeria and a Master’s degree in Media and Creative Enterprise, Arts Management and Curatorial Studies from renowned institutions in Europe, she has a solid academic foundation in art and curatorial practices. She has worked in various capacities in the art world, from managing art galleries to organising exhibitions and art fairs, before finding her niche as an African art curator, art advisor, and art appraiser.

In addition to her curatorial work, Akinyele advocates for emerging African artists. She accords their windows to display their creative works and supports their career development, a role she rocks with pride.

Beyond that, speaking at art conferences and symposiums, sharing her knowledge and insights on African art, curatorial practices, Provenance, and Resale Rights, Akinyele boasts of curating art exhibitions including Freudian Tones, Journey of Self-Discovery, The Inner Form, Jacked Kinesics, The Manuscript, and the ongoing The Faces of Us.