Aight so Boom 2019

monicaikegwu

figurative

portrait reference

portrait head and shoulder

animal portrait

animal drawing portrait

portrait drawing

facial portrait

portrait art

fine art portrait

celebrity portrait

digital portrait

"Aight so Boom" (2019) by Monica Ikegwu is a realistic portrait of a young Black man, rendered in oil paint. The figure, wearing a black beanie and t-shirt, stands against a vibrant red backdrop, creating a striking contrast. His gaze is directed upwards, conveying a sense of contemplation or aspiration. The painting captures the essence of contemporary Black masculinity, with its focus on the subject's physicality and the details of his attire. Ikegwu's work often explores themes of identity and representation, presenting Black individuals as subjects of beauty and dignity.