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David Alabo

Ghana

Adobe Photoshop
Adobe After Effects
VR

Biography

Based in Accra Ghana, multi-disciplinary, visual artist David Alabo demonstrates a keen interest in Afro-surrealism; currently undertaking projects on surrealism as it pertains to African culture using 3-dimensional abstract works, photography and mixed media pieces as primary mediums. The young artist is committed to gaining an understanding of how best to showcase and critique African society through the lens of the strange & fantastical. Alabo has been an outspoken advocate for mental health and wellness in Africa, and he refuses to be put into a box, as his work is ever-changing and growing. Alabo’s imagery serves as a meditation rather than an escape, as he provides a visual language that is not only surreal but healing.

Skills

Roles

  • Intermediate

Technical Skills

  • Basic

Software

  • Intermediate
  • Basic

Work Experience

2020 – 2020

Freelance Visual Artist

HBO (Remote)
Art installation within a Virtual Reality experience for HBO's latest show Lovecraft Country in partnership with The Mill

2020 – 2020

Freelance Artist

Allure Magazine (Remote)
Illustration for Article "Bathroom of Tomorrow" in partnership with WIRED Magazine

2020 – 2020

Visual Artist

Daily Paper Clothing (New York)
Staircase Design & Artwork fro Daily Paper Flagship Store in Manhattan

2018 – 2018

Freelance Artist

Quartz Magazine (Remote)
Illustration & Design for Quartz Africa Innovators 2018: A list of 30 pioneers

Education

2014 – 2017

BBA

Baruch College

Economics