Abdulrazaq
Ahmed
(born
in
1976)
is
an
artist
whose
creative
journey
is
shaped
by
an
intricate
blend
of
personal
experiences
and
societal
reflections.
A
graduate
of
Urban
and
Regional
Planning
from
the
prestigious
Ahmadu
Bello
University
in
Zaria,
Nigeria,
Ahmed
has
uniquely
harnessed
his
academic
background
to
inform
his
artistic
practice,
bridging
the
gap
between
the
urban
environment
and
the
expressive
realms
of
art.
As
a
self-taught
multidisciplinary
artist,
Ahmed
explores
the
complexities
of
human
existence
through
a
diverse
range
of
mediums,
including
acrylics,
pencils,
charcoal,
and
burnt
newspaper.
Each
piece
serves
as
a
poignant
commentary
on
social
catastrophes
and
the
often-overlooked
narratives
of
everyday
life.
His
artwork
reflects
his
inner
thoughts
and
acts
as
a
mirror
to
society.
Ahmed's
style
often
evokes
a
sense
of
intrigue
and
contemplation.
He
skillfully
intertwines
discarded
elements
with
raw
emotion,
using
the
process
of
pyrography—burning
newsprint
on
canvas,
painting
over
it,
and
then
transferring
the
imagery
onto
a
fresh
canvas.
Through
this
technique,
he
creates
figures
that
are
deeply
rooted
in
both
personal
experiences
and
his
imaginative
vision.
Through
this
unique
medium,
Ahmed
not
only
captures
the
essence
of
feminine
identity
but
also
highlights
the
diverse
realities,
richness,
and
inherent
gifts
of
life.
Each
piece
serves
as
a
reflection
on
the
interplay
between
individual
narratives
and
collective
experiences,
transforming
remnants
of
the
past
into
a
powerful
commentary
on
resilience
and
the
beauty
of
shared
journeys.
Since
2007,
he
has
been
actively
involved
in
various
art
exhibitions
both
within
Nigeria
and
internationally,
showcasing
his
talent
and
creative
vision
to
diverse
audiences.
Notably,
he
won
the
silver
prize
at
the
2007
Experience
Nigeria
Awards,
an
event
established
to
honor
the
legacy
of
the
legendary
musician
Fela
Kuti,
whose
influence
continues
to
resonate
in
Nigerian
arts
and
culture.
Currently
residing
in
Lagos
with
his
wife
and
children,
Ahmed
balances
family
life
with
a
thriving
art
career.
His
work
not
only
reflects
his
personal
experiences
but
also
engages
deeply
with
Nigeria's
rich
cultural
heritage,
making
him
a
contemporary
artist
to
watch.