Feel Good At Home with Tolu Raymond

Nigerian artist, Awolaja Toluwalase Raymond, creates such feel-good scenarios that you’ll want to jump into his scenes headfirst to also feel them. From a relaxed day at a cafe, playing an enthusiastic game with your friend at home, to a romantic motorcycle ride, and a happy family of posing for a picture in their living room. In Tolu’s work, we are reminded of the little joys of everyday life, both the mundane and the more dramatic…and it brings u a beautiful, warm feeling.

Tolu’s style in itself is interesting. He uses a mix of acrylic, pastels, charcoal and ink on canvas to brings these everyday scenes to life. But parts of the painting remain seemingly unfinished as they aren’t coloured in, almost inviting you to jump right in and experience the fullness of life by filling in those colours within the canvas.

See some of our favourite pieces below.

Find out more about Tolu’s work on Artatunity.