tolu aliki

Nigeria

Born in: 1976

Painting

Tolu Aliki is a contemporary figurative artist, born and raised in Nigeria. Born on the 7th of February, 1976, Aliki has been a gifted artist from a young age. As an emerging artist, he discovered his distinct style and fondness for painting in deeply personal subject matters. Borne out of love for the arts and that innate desire to express himself, he began his journey towards becoming a professional oil, pastel, and acrylic painter through self-training, after graduating from the university with a degree in Mass Communication.


He began to exhibit his works steadily. His stylized figurative compositions and landscape subjects drew attention from established artists, art collectors, and art galleries around the world, which immediately propelled Aliki to national recognition as a leading contemporary master painter. His career grew and moved him into the celebrated realm of solo exhibitions in Lagos, Nigeria, and in Lisbon, Portugal.


Most of his works have found its greatest expression when addressing the concept of passion; love, music, family and everyday social interactions. His works exhibit a high standard of understanding and application of colours, depth of content, and aesthetic beauty. The uniqueness and originality of his work give them the flair and authenticity no art lover could resist.