John Madu — Contemporary Artist
Exploring identity, culture, and history through layered visual storytelling.
Exhibition Spotlight
Van Gogh x John Madu — Paint Your Path
Experience the fusion of classic and contemporary. In collaboration with the Van Gogh Museum, John Madu reimagines timeless works through a modern African lens.
About John Madu
John Madu is a contemporary Nigerian artist whose practice explores identity, culture, and history through layered visual storytelling. His work merges figuration with abstraction, weaving cultural narratives that resonate globally.
Stories and Philosophy
Behind the Canvas
Discover the inspirations and process behind John Madu’s works.
Philosophy
Explore the core ideas that shape his practice and artistic language.
Cultural Narrative
Heritage, postcolonial identity, and the stories woven into his art.
Identity
Personal and collective dimensions at the heart of Madu’s art.
Behind the Canvas
Discover the inspirations and process behind John Madu’s works.
Philosophy
Explore the core ideas that shape his practice and artistic language.
Cultural Narrative
Heritage, postcolonial identity, and the stories woven into his art.
Identity
Personal and collective dimensions at the heart of Madu’s art.
Selected Artworks
John Madu self portraits and skull III, 2025
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Merchandise / Editions Spotlight
Van Gogh x John Madu — Art Socks
A wearable canvas. Inspired by the fusion of Van Gogh’s brushwork and Madu’s contemporary storytelling.
$30
In the Press
Featured in leading global media and art publications.
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