Deborah Segun

Deborah Segun (born 1994) is a Nigerian artist. Quotes My art has always been something that I felt was within my control in the sense that I decide how it is made, the story I want to tell and more importantly knowing when to say it is complete Self development, awareness and understanding have always been topics that I have consistently painted about especially in relation to my body I am allowing myself to trust the process and hope that things will align It‘s oftentimes very unnerving thinking about many things at once, I find that painting keeps me distracted and calm I generally hope that people are able to see parts of themselves in my work "THROUGH MIXING COLOURS AND ENGAGING WITH THE CANVAS I’M ABLE TO PROCESS WHATEVER I‘M FEELING AT THE TIME. IT‘S AN OUTLET FOR ME AS EMOTIONS START TO BECOME CLEARER WHEN THEY TAKE THE PHYSICAL FORM OF A PAINTING 20 April 2023 Pink in my work becomes more than just a colour—it’s a statement that challenges traditional notions of femininity, beauty, and strength, especially in the representation of Black women Themes of identity and emotion are central to my creative process My work focuses on the emotional and physical aspects of living in a plus-size body, which has played a significant role in shaping my sense of self The bold, exaggerated figures I paint are a reflection of how I feel physically, their presence filling the canvas and leaving little room for anything else. I aim to invite viewers to see beyond conventional ideas of beauty, presenting my figures as expressions of personal and shared narratives that speak to the emotions shaping our identities I reflect on the complexities of identity and the diverse narratives that shape the lives of women Growing up in Nigeria, I was constantly surrounded by the rich tapestry of African art and traditions, which deeply influenced my artistic exploration I want to continue the legacy of African art by infusing my work with emotional depth and narratives that reflect both personal and collective experiences. My work is intended to spark conversations about identity, strength, and the nuances of womanhood I aim to challenge and expand the representation of Black women in art, shedding light on the layered and evolving nature of our stories It wasn’t until I fully committed to painting that I discovered my true voice as an artist Contemporary African art is making its mark on the global scene by reshaping how we think about identity, culture, and the human experience As African artists, we bring fresh perspectives that tackle themes that are both personal and universal I aim to challenge traditional ideas of beauty and societal expectations, offering a contemporary view of African femininity 1-54 Spotlight | Deborah Segun n.d I didn’t give myself a chance to fall in love with myself because I didn’t think she was deserving of it She slowly separates from her past self but knows that little bits of her will always be present, but there is an understanding that I will be kinder to her when she visits Deborah Segun: How To Fall In Love n.d Category:1994 births Category:Artists from Nigeria Category:Living people