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          Lynette Yiadom Boakye

          Scribe Hand-painted oil painting reproduction

          Discover 'Scribe' by Lynette Yiadom-Boakye – a captivating portrait exploring identity & Black representation. Raw colors, timeless narratives. Explore this unique artwork.

          Explore Lynette Yiadom-Boakye's evocative portraits of Black figures—raw colors & timeless narratives. A celebrated painter redefining representation in art.
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          The artwork displayed on this page is protected by copyright law, which means we cannot legally create or sell an identical reproduction. This protection is enforced under international agreements such as the Berne Convention and by national laws, including those outlined by the U.S. Copyright Law - Title 17.

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          This method fully complies with copyright regulations because it does not involve copying or duplicating the protected artwork. Instead, it is a creative reinterpretation - a new painting that is influenced by the original but not identical to it.

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          Hand Made Oil Reproduction

          Hand-painted oil on canvas in your size and frame, made to order by our artists. ( Switch to Print Switch to Digital Image)

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          W500JH $15
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          W692G $12
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          W953PJ $8

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          Type the width and the height you need, to fit your frame or your wall. This is hand-painted, so for a size with a different shape the artist can paint a bit more around the picture, or cut a bit — you choose. We send you a digital mockup to approve before the painting starts. The picture shown on this page does not show the real result — only the mockup does.

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          Total Price

          $ 272

          Scribe

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          $ 272

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          Artist Biography

          Lynette Yiadom-Boakye: Painting Beyond Time and Place

          Lynette Yiadom-Boakye is a British painter whose distinctive style has garnered international acclaim, redefining representation in contemporary art and establishing herself as one of the most compelling voices exploring themes of identity, memory, and imagination. Born in London in 1973, her artistic journey began with an early fascination for photography and drawing, nurtured by a multicultural upbringing shaped by Ghanaian heritage—a connection that profoundly informs her visual language.
          • Early Life & Education:
            • Yiadom-Boakye’s parents immigrated to England from Ghana in the 1970s, where her father worked as a nurse and her mother as a midwife. This upbringing instilled in her a deep appreciation for storytelling and visual narratives—elements that would become central to her artistic practice.
          • Central St Martins & Falmouth College:
            • She pursued formal art training at Central Saint Martins College of Art and Design, followed by a BA degree at Falmouth College of Art. These formative experiences honed her technical skills and fostered an experimental approach to painting—a characteristic that distinguishes her work from many others.

          A Painterly Exploration of Absence & Presence

          Yiadom-Boakye’s artistic vision centers on creating portraits of Black figures—primarily women—who inhabit imagined worlds outside the constraints of conventional reality. Rather than depicting subjects directly, she employs a technique known as “psychological portraiture,” delving into the emotional landscape and inner life of her characters. Her canvases are characterized by muted color palettes—often dominated by earthy tones—and textured impasto surfaces that convey a palpable sense of physicality and atmosphere. This deliberate stylistic choice serves to heighten the viewer’s engagement with the depicted figures, prompting contemplation on themes of solitude, longing, and unspoken narratives.
          • Influences:
            • Yiadom-Boakye cites artists such as Lucian Freud and Rembrandt as inspirations—particularly their ability to capture psychological depth within portraiture. She also draws upon literary sources, notably Toni Morrison’s novels, which explore themes of trauma and resilience.
          • Technique & Style:
            • Her distinctive style is marked by meticulous attention to detail—capturing subtle nuances of expression and gesture—combined with a masterful manipulation of color and texture. She utilizes layering techniques and glazing methods to achieve luminous effects and create an illusion of depth, mirroring the complexities of human experience.

          Notable Achievements & Recognition

          Yiadom-Boakye’s work has garnered considerable critical acclaim and prestigious awards. In 2006, she received a fellowship from the Arts Foundation for Painting—a testament to her artistic promise. Furthermore, in 2012, she was awarded the Pinchuk Prize Future Generation Award—recognizing her innovative approach to artmaking and her commitment to exploring social issues. Her paintings have been exhibited extensively worldwide, securing prominent positions in major museums and galleries across Europe and North America.
          • Museum Collections:
            • Yiadom-Boakye’s artworks are held in the permanent collections of institutions including Tate Britain, The Victoria & Albert Museum, The Studio Museum in Harlem, The National Portrait Gallery, and The Museum of Modern Art.

          Historical Significance & Contemporary Relevance

          Lynette Yiadom-Boakye’s contribution to contemporary art lies in her courageous reimagining of portraiture—challenging traditional representations of identity and confronting issues of race, gender, and representation. By creating figures that exist beyond the confines of time and place, she invites viewers to consider broader questions about human experience and storytelling. Her work resonates powerfully with ongoing dialogues concerning diversity, inclusivity, and artistic innovation—solidifying her position as a pivotal figure in shaping the visual landscape of our era.
          Lynette Yiadom Boakye

          Lynette Yiadom Boakye

          Quick Facts

          • Artistic Movement Or Style: Figurative painting
          • Artists Or Movements Influenced By This Artist: ['Neo-Romanticism']
          • Artists Who Influenced This Artist: ['Edward Hopper']
          • Full Name: Lynette Yiadom-Boakye
          • Nationality: British
          • Notable Artworks:
            • Confit de Canard
            • Conspiracies
            • A Quarter
          • Place Of Birth: London, England

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