A watercolour painting of a young person with dark skin, shown from the shoulders up. The face is bathed in a spectrum of warm and cool colours - orange, green, and blue.

‘Weathering Life’ by Sholanke Boluwatife Emmanuel

A watercolour portrait of a young person with dark skin, depicted in soft, layered brushstrokes. Hues of purple, pink, and ochre blend across the face, framed by a dark background.
A watercolour painting of a young person with dark skin, shown from the shoulders up. The face is bathed in a spectrum of warm and cool colours - orange, green, and blue.

About the artworks

Weathering Life series – This series explores the human experience of navigating life’s challenges and finding resilience in the face of adversity. Through vibrant colours and delicate brushstrokes, I aim to capture the emotional depth and complexity of weathering life’s storms in watercolours.

An abstract watercolour street scene featuring several figures under umbrellas. Two central figures share a pink-and-purple umbrella, with others in the background.
A watercolour portrait of a person's face, blending hues of red, yellow, green, blue, and purple.
A watercolour painting of a person with closed eyes. Two hands gently part the person’s hair. The colours are warm tones of orange, pink, yellow, and brown.

About the artist

Sholanke Boluwatife Emmanuel is a realist artist, watercolourist and pencil artist, born and raised in Ogun state Nigeria. Sholanke developed a passion for art from an early age, inspired by the rich cultural heritage of his community. His artistic style is deeply rooted in his African heritage.

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