SHEDRACK SALAMI’S Artistic Narratives Speaks Volumes
My major aim for venturing into body art is not for the fun of it nor for fashion, I actually want to heal the world via body Art
Words by Sesan Adeniji
It took me less than ten minutes going through some of his works on Instagram to come to the conclusion that I will do a story on him. Each of his painting resonates with me. The stories affiliated with most of his artistic masterstrokes are reflections of the realities in today’s society. Shedrack Ojonugwa Salami known as Xtrovarts for his creative works is one inspiring new generation creative artists.
“I am a final year student of Kogi state university, studying Sociology. Based in Ibadan. A Versatile self-taught creative Artist with a unique taste of creativity in whatsoever I do. Aside drawing and painting, I am also a Craftsman. I have expertise in artwork/portrait drawing (majorly realistic charcoal drawings), Painting (Abstract and Still Life), Digital painting, I make customized necklaces of face, logo and name. And I have vast experience in all forms of graphics designing.
I manage the brand Xtrovarts. A entity aimed at bringing out the best in creativity to the world at large. I create and present creative conceptual designs and presentations directly to my clients in timely and friendly fashion. I believe in creating outstanding designs and in building a healthy, satisfying and long lasting business relationship with my customers.
Me being a versatile artist, I intend making body painting mainstream. For this reason I decided to set up a body art brand, which I call “Surrealism of Xtrovarts“; what I do here basically is body paintings. As a surrealism artist, I paint unnerving, illogical scenes with photographic precision, create imagination doodles from everyday objects, and develop my painting techniques that allowed the unconscious to express itself.
In this case, I use the human body as my own canvas that I paint on. Body arts can be used for photo-shoots, carnivals, music video shoot, movies and much more. Models have been noticed to be the smartest in this case since they need it to upgrade their portfolios, Fashion designers use it
for their runway models to glow the stage and add colours to their fashion show.
My major aim for venturing into body art is not for the fun of it nor for fashion, I actually want to heal the world via body Art. As a social activist, I want to speak with my paint and canvas, addressing various issues faced by our world today via body art would really go a long way,
people would really want to see the messages I have on a human skin.
It’s just all about visualising my ideas by transmitting them directly unto the human body in this context the body becomes my canvas. I see my muses as a reflection of my messages, I feed off their vibe and connect with every possibilities, every single piece put together is in its own uniqueness. That’s why I chose to use the human body to communicate and express thoughts and ideas that have concrete and deeper interpretations.
Shedrack Salami
I have done Body Art for various well-recognized brands like – R2FM Ibadan, 32fm Ibadan, Jamzfm Ibadan, CoolFm Lagos, CoolFm Kano, Hiptv and Kaftv Online. I have carried out a massive informative body art project which includes:
1. Nigeria Political Revamp ( Illustrating the various political, social and economical problems faced by the Nigerian nation and how we can put a stop to it)
2. War against Drug Abuse (A conceptual body art project set to wage war against drug and addiction)
As a Graphics Designer I am the official Graphic designer of TALLOM FOUNDATION USA. By Grace I have been able to meet in person and present Artworks to Nigerian celebrities, the likes of 2face idibia, Orezi, Falz, Burna boy, Juliet Ibrahim and Ajanigo Simon” – Shedrack Salami
Socials –
Instagram/Twitter: @Xtrovarts
FB: Salami Shedrack Ojonugwa
Wow! This is just a dream come true for me. I so much appreciate sir SESAN ADENIJI. God bless you more for this
Xtrovert always making us proud .
We can’t get enough of your greatness
Great works!
Greater you
I am proud of you Xtrovert… Keep the dream coming.
My heart bleeds at the fact that most of our youths are lost in the world of drugs, cultism and other related things but seeing Shedrack and his art works I’m convinced there is still better hope and future for our youths…I’m glad he has decided to stand out and fight societal ills..Keep it up
XTROVARTS is just a legendary LEGEND!
Never relent xtrovart, God is by your side and he will continue to bless and empower you . keep on shining, the legend!
Amen! God bless you dear I so much appreciate your support… Thanks alot
Nice concept and execution, tells us we don’t have to own millions before changing the world. We can start with what we have. Nice job fam.
More blessings Xtrovarts❤
Awesome work.i love this project of healing the world through art.. Greater heights XTROVARTS.😍
Excellent exhibition. Thanks for daring to tell the truth to beautiful subtle art. Must say I cherish this pictures. Cherish even much more the hands the drew those lines. Loads of love @xtrovert
Been with this guy for a while and he has this sence of value. I really appreciate the good work and motivation he has developed on the life of we youth. Smoking as a youth is totally a nol and void contraband. I really do appreciate this creative effort! Thanks.. Derrick
XTROVARTS you are so versatile.i love this project of healing the world through arts.. greater heights Xtro😍
Wow.. I really love this brother man.. More grace my course mate… I always believe in you.
XTROVART✨✨. Am proud of you dude
This guy is a genius. He is my course mate and he is exceptional in art work.
More grease bro
XTROVARTS …I love your concept of heal the world.Keep up the good work
Congrts…greater you
Good work…continue keeping it real
Wow I really love this… God bless you brother man… I believe more in you.. More grace.. #Ogbenibriggs
Bro your doing great work. Your really an inspiration and your dream of healing the world with art is amazing. You are awesome
More grace bro
Blessed to know you personally man.. Proud of you
I’m so impressed, nice work.
Brilliant work dear!!
More blessings Our Very Own Xtrovert❤❤❤
Welldone bro.. Greater Heights
Nice one bro, keep the good
Work up. More grace bro👍
God bless you xtro
I love this, xtrovart your the best at what you do
so proud of you…
so much proud of u