Faruq and Nasir 

Alfred Conteh created this artwork titled, Faruq and Nasir. The composition is dominated by two figures set against an ochre textured background, their dark skin tones and clothing creating a striking contrast that immediately commands attention. Conteh masterfully employs light and shadow to sculpt form, giving depth to the figures and emphasizing their presence. The texture of the background, with its layers of paint, adds a tactile dimension to the piece. The gaze of the subjects invites introspection and challenges us to reflect on identity, representation, and the gaze itself. By choosing to portray these figures with such intensity and detail, Conteh explores ideas around portraiture and representation, questioning traditional notions of power and visibility. The painting becomes a site where personal and cultural narratives intersect.