✨ T A R I Q O L I V E R ✨ Tariq Oliver Judge and George, 2022 Acrylic, oil pastel, charcoal and color pencil on canvas 30 x 30 inches Private Collection @tariq_oliver ✨ Born in Lagos, Nigeria, and having lived in London, Madrid and Spain, Tariq Oliver is a contemporary artist embarking on a career to bring innovation to the ever-changing art world. His inspiration derives from the harsh realities he has faced throughout his lifetime. His work in the contemporary space challenges the cruel nature of human society by depicting chaotic, distorted versions of traditionally orderly scenarios. His paintings are heavily influenced by his life, experiences, moods, and thoughts. His artwork is often perceived as multifaceted experiences that induce the audience to be in touch with an emotional exploration of people. His artwork also offers multiple perspectives that stray from traditional schools of thought. He utilizes acrylic paints, oil pastels, charcoal, and pigment sticks to craft his paintings. He is based in Newark, NJ. #Nigeria #BlackArt #BlackIsBeautiful #BlackPainters #KerryJamesMarshall #FigurativeArt #ArtificialRealism #Flowers #Blackness #GeorgeCondo #Surrealism