Emmanuel Akolo

Joined Artfinder: Jan. 2026

Artworks for sale: 108

Canada

About Emmanuel Akolo

 
 
  • Biography
    Akolo Emmanuel Olusegun is a Nigerian-born, Niagara-based visual artist who transitioned from a civil engineering background to a multidisciplinary practice. Working primarily with acrylics and charcoal, he blends expressive brushwork with intricate textures and fingerprints to create emotive figurative works. His art reflects themes of identity, social justice, and human resilience, aiming to foster understanding across cultural and racial divides.
    Key Achievements:
    "Best in Show" Award: Winner at the 2025 Niagara Falls Juried Exhibition.
    International Recognition: Named by Saatchi Art as the only Nigerian artist among their "23 Artists to Collect in 2023".
    Global Licensing: Partnered with Saatchi Art and Samsung Frame TV to feature his paintings worldwide as digital art.
    Notable Exhibitions: Exhibited at the Art Gallery of Hamilton (Melanin & Masterpieces, 2025), Niagara Falls Exchange Studios, and the Sogal Acquire Auction in Lagos.
    Private Collections: His works are held in private collections across Canada, the U.S., the UK, China, and Nigeria.
    Akolo continues to bridge his analytical training with emotive storytelling, documenting personal and collective narratives on a global scale.
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  • Awards

    2025

    Best In Show

    Emmanuel Akolo also won "Best in Show" at the 2025 Niagara Falls City Awards.
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    Event: Unfinished Narratives

    Dates: 6 Mar 2026 - 29 Mar 2026

    Venue: Niagara Falls Exchange, 5943 Sylvia Place, Niagara Falls, ON L2G 1S9

    It’s official: my solo exhibition Unfinished Narratives opens March 6th at Niagara Falls Exchange Studios. After months of deep focus and late nights at the easel, these new figurative acrylic paintings explore layered stories of human resilience and transition—bringing them to this vibrant cultural hub feels like a true homecoming.

    Seeing these works move from studio solitude to gallery walls is a dream come true. I’ve poured heart into every piece, and I’d love to celebrate opening night with you. Mark your calendars—more details soon! Drop a 🙌 if you’re coming. #SoloShow #NiagaraArt #UnfinishedNarratives

Links

Like me on Facebook

Follow me on Twitter

Follow me on Pinterest

Follow me on Instagram

Visit my website

Awards

2025

Best In Show

Emmanuel Akolo also won "Best in Show" at the 2025 Niagara Falls City Awards.

There are no upcoming events

Show previous events Hide previous events

Previous events

Event: Unfinished Narratives

Dates: 6 Mar 2026 - 29 Mar 2026

Venue: Niagara Falls Exchange, 5943 Sylvia Place, Niagara Falls, ON L2G 1S9

It’s official: my solo exhibition Unfinished Narratives opens March 6th at Niagara Falls Exchange Studios. After months of deep focus and late nights at the easel, these new figurative acrylic paintings explore layered stories of human resilience and transition—bringing them to this vibrant cultural hub feels like a true homecoming.

Seeing these works move from studio solitude to gallery walls is a dream come true. I’ve poured heart into every piece, and I’d love to celebrate opening night with you. Mark your calendars—more details soon! Drop a 🙌 if you’re coming. #SoloShow #NiagaraArt #UnfinishedNarratives

 

Biography

Akolo Emmanuel Olusegun is a Nigerian-born, Niagara-based visual artist who transitioned from a civil engineering background to a multidisciplinary practice. Working primarily with acrylics and charcoal, he blends expressive brushwork with intricate textures and fingerprints to create emotive figurative works. His art reflects themes of identity, social justice, and human resilience, aiming to foster understanding across cultural and racial divides.
Key Achievements:
"Best in Show" Award: Winner at the 2025 Niagara Falls Juried Exhibition.
International Recognition: Named by Saatchi Art as the only Nigerian artist among their "23 Artists to Collect in 2023".
Global Licensing: Partnered with Saatchi Art and Samsung Frame TV to feature his paintings worldwide as digital art.
Notable Exhibitions: Exhibited at the Art Gallery of Hamilton (Melanin & Masterpieces, 2025), Niagara Falls Exchange Studios, and the Sogal Acquire Auction in Lagos.
Private Collections: His works are held in private collections across Canada, the U.S., the UK, China, and Nigeria.
Akolo continues to bridge his analytical training with emotive storytelling, documenting personal and collective narratives on a global scale.
 
 
 

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