La Dame au Foulard rouge (2023) Painting by William Bakaimo
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Original Artwork (One Of A Kind)
Painting,
Acrylic
on Canvas
- Dimensions Height 28.7in, Width 23.6in
- Artwork's condition The artwork is in perfect condition
- Framing This artwork is not framed
- Categories Paintings under $5,000
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William Bakaimo is a contemporary painter from Cameroon. From the age of five, he has been drawing, creating a unique and personal world through his art. Despite his passion for art, Bakaimo pursued a formal education in law, obtaining a bachelor's degree in fundamental private law and a master's degree in business law. In 2017, he earned a design engineering degree in fine arts and made the definitive decision to devote himself to painting.
As the third child in a family of eight, Bakaimo carries significant responsibilities, grappling with an ongoing fear of the future while striving to meet his needs. Living in the isolated north-west of Cameroon, he finds this solitude both a boon for his creativity and a barrier to his artistic career.
Bakaimo's journey took a transformative turn in 2017 and 2018, pivotal years during which he created his first masterpieces. This period marked his evolution from a young man into an artist laden with messages of hope overcoming darkness. His works are characterized by a dreamlike bestiary, featuring hybrid figures—half-human, half-animal—inhabiting a phantasmagoric garden. These imaginative creations reflect his internal struggles and external influences, capturing a reality that increasingly eludes him.
Recurring motifs in his art include the lizard, symbolizing hope and renewal. Bakaimo's pieces invite multiple interpretations, often drawing on his immediate environment and current events that impact his life and artistic vision. His work addresses personal revolts and broader social issues, such as the impact of Boko Haram's terrorism and the plight of children in Africa.
Bakaimo is influenced by other Cameroonian artists like Joël Mpah Dooh and Hako Hankson, and by the authenticity of Basquiat's work. His recent paintings, such as "Freedom" and "Bororo am," showcase his expanding artistic project and evolving techniques, while remaining true to his distinct universe. Despite facing numerous challenges, his creativity and joy in painting persist.
Alongside his friend Moustapha Baïdi Oumarou, William Bakaimo is part of a new generation of emerging talents that position Cameroon at the forefront of contemporary art. His work continues to gain recognition, contributing to the rich tapestry of global artistic expression.
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Nationality:
FRANCE
- Date of birth : 1988
- Artistic domains: Represented by a Gallery,
- Groups: Contemporary French Artists Artists presented by a gallery
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