UK-Based Nigerian Artist Blends Renaissance Technique, Political Narrative, and Emotional Truth into Award-Winning Masterpieces
Clacton-On-Sea, United Kingdom —
Internationally recognized artist O. Yemi Tubi (MOYAT), whose works have been showcased and celebrated across the United States, the United Kingdom, and beyond, has been featured among top global creators by Hashtag Kalakar, a genuine and trusted platform dedicated to uplifting artists and writers worldwide. With a style that merges Renaissance influence, bold political commentary, and a signature visual language he calls “Roses and Thorns,” O. Yemi’s work stands as a bridge between beauty and brutality, softness and struggle, hope and hardship.
His award-winning pieces — from Ijo Iyawo (Bridal Dance) to Message in a Bottle and The Bleeding Roses — demonstrate a career committed not just to aesthetics, but to truth. Each painting, rooted deeply in emotion, reflects his belief that art must begin where feeling begins.
“Life is roses and thorns,” O. Yemi reminds us.
“Sometimes it emanates sweetness, and sometimes it pricks and causes pain.”
A Global Artist with a Universal Voice
Born in Nigeria, trained in America, and now creating from the quiet coastal town of Clacton-On-Sea, O. Yemi embodies the journey of a global citizen shaped by cultural layers.
His art, rich in symbolism and technical mastery, echoes influences from Renaissance masters while addressing the realities of modern political and social turmoil.
“Most of my paintings come from emotional responses,” he shares.
From examining the American-led war on terror in The Eagle Has Landed to offering satire on U.S. presidential politics in Kabiyesi Oba Obama, his political works challenge viewers to confront uncomfortable truths.
But his art does not stop at commentary — it evolves.
Roses and Thorns: The Signature Style That Defines His Legacy
O. Yemi’s best-known artistic innovation is his use of roses and thorns as a visual metaphor for the duality of human existence.
Joy and suffering. Achievement and trauma. Beauty and brutality.
This began with The Bleeding Roses, a politically charged work that responded to global conflict and human fragility. Since then, roses and thorns have become the beating heart of his portraiture — a symbolic language through which he depicts the truths of people’s lives.
In works like “Domestic Abuse” and “My Mother — Her Majesty Platinum Jubilee: Her Rosy Reign,” the rose becomes a vessel of memory, identity, and resilience.
It is both soft and sharp, much like life itself.
“Roses represent joy and achievement,” he explains.
“Thorns symbolize struggle and hardship. Together, they tell the truth.”
Award-Winning Recognition Across Continents
O. Yemi’s career is marked by a long list of international accolades:
- Best of Show Award – Ijo Iyawo (Bridal Dance), NOMA Gallery, Florida
- People’s Choice Award – Violinist, NOMA Gallery, Florida
- 2nd Place Prize – Save Our Planet Exhibition, Red Bluff Gallery, California
- Cultural Best Practice Award – Message in a Bottle, FL3TCH3R EXHIBITION, Tennessee
- Finalist Certificate – UK No Name Collective Art Magazine Annual Challenge
- Premier Artist Prize Winner 2024
- Award of Distinction – Southern Tier Artists 2024 Music in Art Exhibition
This recognition solidifies him as a global artist whose works not only mesmerize, but move.
Emotion, Politics, Humanity: A Journey Still in Motion
Though widely celebrated, O. Yemi sees his artistic path as ongoing — a continuous exploration into how color, symbolism, and social reality intersect.
His goal remains simple yet powerful: to paint the truth of the world and the truth of the soul.
Whether addressing global injustice or the intimate struggles of individuals, his art reflects an unwavering belief in creativity as a force for awareness, empathy, and change.
Hashtag Kalakar: A Genuine Platform Celebrating Real Creators
O. Yemi’s feature through Hashtag Kalakar’s Global Art & Writing Showcase places him among top creators from more than 60 countries. Known for authenticity, transparency, and a mission to uplift talent over trends, Hashtag Kalakar has become a trusted global stage for artists seeking meaningful recognition.
“We’re proud to feature artists like O. Yemi Tubi,” a Hashtag Kalakar representative shared.
“His work exemplifies the courage, artistry, and emotional truth that define genuine creativity.
Hashtag Kalakar exists to support creators who express from the heart — not for the algorithm.”
The platform continues to serve as a bridge between artists and global viewers, offering opportunities for features, contests, and international exhibitions.
Its reputation as a credible, artist-first platform has made it a home for thousands of painters, writers, performers, and visionaries worldwide.
About Hashtag Kalakar
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With participants from every corner of the world, Hashtag Kalakar is redefining what it means to be a modern creator — proving that authentic art always finds its audience.
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