Hassan Iman: The Nigerian Digital Artist Celebrating Black Women in Art
Nigerian Artist | African Illustrators | African Digital Art
Hassan Iman, a digital artist from Lagos, Nigeria, is making waves with her striking and emotive illustrations that celebrate the beauty, strength, and resilience of Black women. Her work tells timeless stories, capturing both contemporary and historical depictions of women in their everyday moments—whether it’s a quiet reflection or a scene brimming with energy. With a signature focus on the subject’s gaze, Iman creates an intimate connection between her art and its audience, drawing viewers into the emotions and narratives she weaves.
Iman’s artistic world is drenched in warmth, conveyed through her masterful use of earthy oranges, browns, and rich hues that evoke familiarity and nostalgia. These colors not only provide a visual signature but also enhance the emotional depth of her work, inviting viewers to see themselves or their loved ones in her subjects. At the core of her practice lies a passion for storytelling—an ability to blend personal experiences with cultural heritage, creating art that is both authentic and universally relatable.
A graduate of the esteemed Ife Art School at Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Iman has cultivated her artistic practice through traditional and digital mediums. Her skillful fusion of these approaches has allowed her to craft unique visuals that resonate across different audiences. Over the years, her work has been exhibited in Nigeria and beyond, with showcases in the United States and Tanzania further cementing her reputation as a storyteller who bridges cultural contexts while highlighting the universality of Black womanhood.