Dark Night I 2018

"Dark Night I," a 2018 painting by Monica Ikegwu (b. 1998), depicts a young man standing on a street at night. The painting's dark palette emphasizes the urban setting, with a line of cars parked on the side of the road. The man's posture, looking up at the sky filled with an array of blue shapes, conveys a sense of isolation and contemplation. The composition’s use of light and shadow creates a sense of mystery and invites viewers to consider the man's thoughts and emotions.