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The race for joy is officially on, and you’re invited to catch the momentum.We are thrilled to announce that Edem Agbena...
14/03/2026

The race for joy is officially on, and you’re invited to catch the momentum.

We are thrilled to announce that Edem Agbenafa’s latest exhibition, "Kids at Play," is now live and streaming vibrant energy across the digital canvas. If you’ve been looking for a reason to smile today, this is your front-row seat to the most infectious laughter on the internet.

The Collection: A Masterclass in Movement
In this series, Agbenafa doesn't just paint scenes; he captures the kinetic intelligence of being young. Using a striking contrast of greyscale figures against "electric" primary colors, he reminds us that imagination is the ultimate engine.
* The Ingenuity: Witness how a simple tire or a worn wheelbarrow is engineered into a vessel of pure wonder.
* The Resilience: See joy portrayed not as a luxury, but as a defiant, universal human right.
* The Texture: Feel the "impasto" energy where the paint itself seems to vibrate with the speed of the race.

Experience It Now
This isn't just an art show; it’s a reclamation of what it means to be carefree. Whether you're a seasoned collector or just someone who appreciates the beauty of a well-timed slide, there is a piece of this story waiting for you.

Dates: Now open through 31st May
Location: artofthemotherland.com
Featured Artist: Edem Agbenafa

"In Agbenafa’s world, the ground is a runway and every child is a pilot."

Don’t just scroll past the magic—step into it. See the full collection online and let us know which piece captures your favorite childhood memory.

We are proud to host “Kids at Play,” a definitive solo exhibition by Edem Agbenafa. This collection is not merely a series of paintings; it is a visual dissertation on the kinetic intelligence and …

We are proud to announce the upcoming solo exhibition of Edem Agbenafa, titled "Kids at Play." Agbenafa’s work serves as...
03/02/2026

We are proud to announce the upcoming solo exhibition of Edem Agbenafa, titled "Kids at Play." Agbenafa’s work serves as a critical counter-narrative to often one-dimensional portrayals of childhood in specific global contexts. By focusing on the "universality of play," his paintings act as a bridge, connecting audiences through shared human experiences of creativity and resilience.

His technique—utilizing bold impasto and a stark contrast between greyscale subjects and vivid attire—highlights the movement and emotional depth of his subjects, making this a must-see for collectors and enthusiasts of contemporary figurative art.

Experience the collection online from 7th March at artofthemotherland.com.

The Kinetic Joy of Being: Edem Agbenafa’s “Kids at Play” In his upcoming exhibition, “Kids at Play,” Edem Agbenafa invites us into a world where the floor is never just grou…

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