Musa Abdulsalam Lamishi is a co-founder of the Art Gallery Lamishi, which is located in Gwarinpa, Abuja. Lamishi believes that “the essence of painting is..
. By Rosemary Bassey Musa Abdulsalam Lamishi is a co-founder of the Art Gallery Lamishi, which is located in Gwarinpa, Abuja. Lamishi believes that “the essence of painting is to experiment with various mediums and colours that will inspire him to create aesthetic works that capture the lives of ordinary people in society.
In this interview with Daily Trust on Sunday, Lamishi shares his beliefs and experiences as an artist. W hat inspires your art the most, and how do you translate that inspiration into your work? The most inspiring aspect of art lies in our depiction of African society’s imagery and fashion style, which have been overlooked in favour of emulating modern lifestyles. Therefore, I have chosen to draw attention to this issue through art by creating pieces that symbolize African imagery and celebrate the love for our unique fashion styles within society.
If you could collaborate with any artist, living or deceased, who would it be and why? “I would love to collaborate with other artists such as Maryam Maigida, Clement Mmaduaka Nwafor, and others, as their work largely revolves around the African lifestyle. They depict African images, motifs, and utilize local materials within their environments. Their art draws attention to the significance of our culture, allowing upcoming artists to understand how it.
