MITOCHONDRIA GALLERY
Serenity
Opening:
Friday, March 18, 5:00pm to 9:00pm
Public Viewing : March 18 -March 24th. (1:00 pm to 6:00pm)
Address: 2101 Winter Street, Houston, TX 77007.
Private viewing : March 24 – April 1st. Appointment Only.
Mitochondria Gallery is pleased to present, “Serenity,” a group show featuring visual artists, Laju Sholola, Odeyemi Oluwaseun, and Franklin Ndibam. These artists present nine works that explore a variety of subject matters ranging from self discovery, social commentary, culture and friendship.
Laju Sholola (b. 1989) resides in Lagos, Nigeria where she explores the uncertainty and hope associated with the self discovery of women. Laju employs tea, ink, and acrylic to depict the expression and moods of her subjects.
Odeyemi Oluwaseun utilizes conte, charcoal, and acrylic to create figurative paintings that depict the importance of a social support system. His muses are individuals that have played an important role in shaping his life.
Franklin Ndibam (b.1990) resides in Ibadan, Nigeria. His works focus on capturing and preserving the current state of culture in his environment through portraiture.
“Serenity” features works that depict a state of togetherness, poise, and equanimity.
Exhibited Works
Artist: Odeyemi Oluwaseun. Title: Homeboy. Conte’, Charcoal, and acrylic on Canvas. 30 x 30 in. 2022
Artist: Odeyemi Oluwaseun. Title: Lost in thought. Conte’, Charcoal, and acrylic on Canvas. 40 x 40 in. 2022
Artist: Odeyemi Oluwaseun. Title: Always looking your way. Conte’, Charcoal, and acrylic on Canvas. 40 x 40 in. 2022
Artist: Laju Sholola. Title: Done. Tea, ink, and acrylic on Canvas. 42 x 30 in. 2022
Artist: Laju Sholola. Title: Longing. Tea, ink, and acrylic on Canvas. 42 x 36 in. 2022
Artist: Laju Sholola. Title: My quiet place… I like it here. Tea, ink, and acrylic on Canvas. 42 x 30 in. 2022
Artist: Franklin Ndibam. Title: Black and Yellow. Charcoal and acrylic on Canvas. 24 x 20 in. 2021
Artist: Franklin Ndibam. Title: Nwanyi Oji. Charcoal and acrylic on Canvas. 24 x 20 in. 2021
