Abi Salami
Abi Salami, a self-taught visionary artist, delves into large-scale surrealist works that reflect her experiences as a Nigerian immigrant and Black woman in the United States.
Utilizing a personal visual lexicon of symbols, she explores themes of sexuality, mental health, and race. Holding a Masters in Professional Accounting from the University of Texas at Austin, Salami transitioned from a decade in corporate America to painting full-time.
Her works offer a powerful critique of societal norms and stereotypes made up of symbols while exploring topics such as sexuality, mental health, and race.
Salami's art serves as both a personal exploration and a broader commentary on societal issues, employing a vibrant palette and dynamic compositions to engage and provoke thought in her audience.
She was the winner of the 2021 Hopper Prize. She was selected as a candidate of the Saatchi Art 2020 Rising Stars under 35 Class and a 2021 New Voices Top 100 Artists. She and her work have been featured in the Washington Post, New York Times, Artland, Artsy, D Magazine, Glasstire, and Patron Magazine.
Notable Works
Past and Present Exhibits
Salami's work has been exhibited across prestigious venues:
- The Women’s Museum and the African American Museum of Art in Dallas, TX.
- Cris Worley Fine Arts in Dallas, TX.
- Art Centre of Plano in Plano, TX.
- Galerie Droste in Berlin, Germany, among others.
Acquire
Title: Suzy and the Elders
Year: 2023
Artist: Abi Salami
Dimensions: 48 x 48 inches
Purchase: Prizm Art Fair
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