Shyheem 2020

Monica Ikegwu's "Shyheem" (2020) is a striking oil painting that captures the profile of a young man wearing glasses against a muted olive green background. The artist's use of light and shadow emphasizes the subject's features, particularly the sharp angle of the jawline and the subtle curve of the cheek. Ikegwu's realistic style draws the viewer into the subject's gaze and creates a sense of intimacy, making "Shyheem" an engaging work of contemporary portraiture.