Franklin Nonso Ndibam

Born in Nigeria in 1990, Franklin Nonso Ndibam is a contemporary artist. At age of 7, Franklin started his career in art, exploring the local scenes and phenomena. A self-taught artist, he gained expertise in mediums like charcoal, acrylic, and oil on canvas. His art practices are influenced by his surroundings, cultural commentary, and societal ideologies and concepts. Consisting of portraits in contrasting color schemes, the facial expressions are stark and delve into truth. 

Photographic in nature, Franklin renders his subjects with utmost interest in craftsmanship. The use of neon, intense hues, and tones of yellow, red, or pink as a backdrop to black figures develops a charismatic appearance in his works. The solid vibrant color in the background indicates the expressionist tendencies of the subjects. Apart from mere figuration, Franklin uses props like floral motifs and furniture objects to delve into the contextual realm. One is reminded of Edward Hopper's style in his presentation, wherein a single figure is recreated with flat tones and compartmentalized forms.