Adam in the Garden of Eden

Uche Okeke, a pioneer of modern Nigerian art, is known for his use of uli—a traditional Igbo art form based on fluid, linear patterns. His works frequently reinterpret African myths and stories, blending traditional and modern aesthetics.
In Adam in the Garden of Eden, Okeke reimagines Adam as an African figure, surrounded by natural elements. The figure is drawn in his signature uli style, with lyrical lines emphasizing the trees, birds, and foliage that frame the scene. The loincloth-clad Adam stands with a potbelly, grounding the biblical story in an African context, while the composition celebrates the connection between humanity and nature.