Oluwa Tobi
Life is your Canvas: Explore the Work of
Each piece is part of a larger archive, or conversation meant to define moments or iconic figures. 'Fragmented 'creates a mosaic visual language influenced by cubism, realism, and contemporary African diasporic culture.
Roots & Beginnings
Born in 1985, Aveline grew up near abandoned factories and industrial skylines. These raw landscapes became her first sketches and lasting inspiration.
Art as Translation
For Aveline, art is not escape but translation — the act of turning fleeting emotions and unspoken moments into textures, colors, and space.
Fragmented
Her early canvases captured concrete walls, rust, and forgotten corners. Each painting echoed the beauty hidden in decay and imperfection.
Breaking Through
In 2012, her first solo exhibition marked a turning point. Critics praised her ability to blend intimacy with large-scale urban narratives.
The Turning Point
The success of her first exhibitions marked a shift — from promising newcomer to an artist with a distinct, recognizable voice.
Layer upon layer, Aveline builds meaning. Fragmented perspectives and recurring motifs have since become her signature style.
Signature Style
Never bound by medium, Aveline expands into sculpture, digital art, and collaborative performance, challenging what painting can become.
Beyond the Canvas
The Current Voice
Residencies in Tokyo, Berlin, and Mexico City have shaped her latest series. These works weave global influences into a mature, layered vision that defines her art today.
Recognized Worldwide
Her work has been shown in over 30 countries and collected internationally. Awards and critical acclaim continue to affirm her place in the global art scene.
To the Beginning
The Story Continues
In her studio today, each new canvas begins where the last left off. Discover, collect, or collaborate — the journey is still unfolding.
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