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The Ignored Devotion (2025)Acrylic painting by Emmanuel Akolo

45.72 x 60.96 x 1.27cm (unframed) / 45.72 x 60.96cm (actual image size)

£545.92

In this work, I explore the weight of silent devotion against the pull of digital distraction. My subject is caught in the glow of a screen, her heart anchored to an absent lover, while the figure beside her remains a muted shadow of unwavering support. I used bold acrylic textures and a high-contrast palette to mirror this emotional tug-of-war. The cool blues signify her isolation, while the earthy skin tones ground the human vulnerability of the scene. This painting is my reflection on the pain of being overlooked and the quiet dignity of those who stay, even when they are not seen. I want the viewer to feel the tension between the connection we chase and the loyalty we ignore. It is a testament to the yearning and unrecognized care that defines so much of the modern human experience.

Materials used:

Acrylic On Canvas

Details:

Tags:

#man#woman#love#afro#hair#care#abandon#betrayal#ignore#yearn#emotional depth#linger
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In this work, I explore the weight of silent devotion against the pull of digital distraction. My subject is caught in the glow of a screen, her heart anchored to an absent lover, while the figure beside her remains a muted shadow of unwavering support. I used bold acrylic textures and a high-contrast palette to mirror this emotional tug-of-war. The cool blues signify her isolation, while the earthy skin tones ground the human vulnerability of the scene. This painting is my reflection on the pain of being overlooked and the quiet dignity of those who stay, even when they are not seen. I want the viewer to feel the tension between the connection we chase and the loyalty we ignore. It is a testament to the yearning and unrecognized care that defines so much of the modern human experience.

Materials used:

Acrylic On Canvas

Details:

Tags:

#man#woman#love#afro#hair#care#abandon#betrayal#ignore#yearn#emotional depth#linger
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Emmanuel Akolo

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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... Read more

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