"Shakara" Contemporary Black Art Print
"Shakara" Contemporary Black Art Print is a bold piece of Nigerian art celebrating confidence, memory, and cultural identity. For collectors building layered, story-driven interiors.
Shakara can be a first defining art moment or a piece that layers effortlessly into an already collected space. Your home will feel more intentional and more defined with Shakara gracing the walls.
Where it lives beautifully:
Placed with intention, it becomes the piece everything responds to.
- Above a console, where colour and character anchor the room
- Within a gallery wall, adding depth and narrative to the composition
- Along a hallway, creating a moment that invites pause
- In an intimate corner, where smaller scale still carries presence
A Story of Nostalgia, Style & Cultural Ritual
Shakara reflects the warmth and significance of the Sunday-best tradition. The practice of dressing with intention, flair, and pride for church. Chiwete brings this memory to life through theatrical poses, bold colours, and clothing that vibrates with character. The work captures a shared cultural experience: the joy of preparation, the energy of self-expression, and the youthful desire to be seen.
With oversized sunglasses, patterned dresses, and playful high heels, the scene celebrates the pride, creativity, and excitement of getting ready for Sunday service, a cherished ritual in many Nigerian families. Their expressive styling and luminous confidence transform an ordinary moment into a rich cultural memory.
The art print lives between memory and storytelling, honouring how fashion becomes a symbol of identity in Nigerian communities. Instead of critiquing the past, Chiwete celebrates it, preserving the magic of youthful confidence and the cultural vibrancy that surrounds the churchgoing ritual.
Why It Changes A Space
- Layers effortlessly into gallery walls, intimate corners, or as a first defining art moment in a room.
- Introduces warmth, cultural depth, and expressive energy without overwhelming the space.
- Part of an artist-initialed release.
- A refined 12.5” × 14” scale. Ideal for framing, gifting, or punctuating a room with colour.
- Chosen by collectors who curate atmosphere.
- A vibrant nod to the Nigerian Sunday-best tradition, rendered with pride and narrative richness.
Options for Purchase:
- Print only - As a singular Print sized 12.5” × 14”
- Ready to Hang - Print with Matte Black Frame and White Matting(Total Size:17 3/4 x 21 3/4 in)
Scale
Selecting the right scale ensures the piece feels intentional within your space.
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12.5 × 14 in (Print only): Ideal for gallery walls, shelving, or more intimate placements
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17.75 × 21.75 in (Framed): A stronger standalone presence—suited for consoles, hallways, or focal moments
Whether styled alone or layered, this print is designed to integrate without losing impact.
Details
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Title: Shakara
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Print Size: 12.5” × 14”
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Canvas: Archival matte print
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Finish: Soft, velvety surface with rich, saturated colour
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Edition: Artist Initialed
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Artist: Chisom Chiwete
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Exhibition Highlight: Original Art Piece featured and sold at the Black Art Fair, Nia Centre for the Arts, Toronto
- Limited Availability
"Shakara" Contemporary Black Art Print brings joy, memory, and cultural identity into the home. A beautiful reminder of who we were and the traditions that shaped us. Collected by those who build homes with meaning.
About the Artist — Chisom Chiwete
Chisom Chiwete is a Nigerian visual artist whose practice explores memory, identity, and storytelling through oil and acrylic painting, often incorporating collage elements such as newspaper and textiles. She is currently completing her Bachelor of Fine Arts at the University of Manitoba.
Her work blends portraiture, semi-realism, and exaggeration, using bold colour and layered texture to reflect themes of cultural memory, vulnerability, and lived experience.
Chisom has exhibited in Canada and Nigeria, completed private commissions, and received the Elizabeth Greenshields Foundation Grant (2025). Her work was recently featured at the Black Art Fair at Nia Centre for the Arts, marking her rising influence in contemporary Black art.
Shipping, duties + handling
We’re pleased to offer you complimentary ground shipping on Canadian and US orders above $150.(excludes larger heritage pieces and furniture)
Artisan Delivery & Care
Large-scale works require more than standard shipping. To preserve the integrity of your piece, each large-scale piece undergoes a specialized crating process from our studio to your home.
- Insured Studio-to-Door Transport: Full protection for your investment.
- Protective Structural Packaging: Designed to maintain the finish of statement-sized works.
- International Ease: For U.S. collectors, all duties and customs are paid by us. No additional fees upon delivery.
- Seamless Arrival: Arrives ready for immediate installation.
Key Details
Identification: Affected products are clearly marked with a notation on their specific product pages.
Checkout: A bespoke artisan handling cost is applied at checkout to ensure a secure, insured journey.
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For US Orders: Price includes all customs and duties. No extra fees at delivery. Ensuring your purchase arrives at your door with no additional costs.
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