Charles Osaro
Meet Charles Osaro
Charles Osaro (b. March 4, 1998). is a Lagos‐based contemporary visual artist whose work breathes life into the space between memory and imagination. From sketching on classroom margins to mastering the delicate interplay of light and shadow at Yaba College of Technology, his practice has grown into a celebration of human spirit and divine inspiration.
Driven by an almost sacred joy in creation, Osaro’s paintings explore the textures of emotion each brushstroke is a testament to his belief that art is both gift and gratitude.
His pieces have garnered international acclaim, earning awards and gracing exhibitions such as “Passion” at Noma Gallery in Ocala, Florida; “Faces and Figures” at Laslaguna Gallery in California; and “The Art of Self‐Regulation” at Holy Art Gallery in London. Through Figuration, forms, muted tension, and symbolic contrasts he invites viewers into his world.
Composure
By Charles Osaro
Oil, acrylic, and charcoal on canvas
36" x 48"
2025
Shipped rolled in tube from Africa
Approx. weight: 3 lb
US $4,000
In Composure, a woman sits in a softly lit bedroom, her posture relaxed yet contemplative. The crisp sheets and dark dress create a strong visual balance, while her gaze holds a quiet emotional depth. Osaro captures a moment suspended between rest and reflec
Beacons of the Ordinary
By Charles Osaro
Oil and charcoal on canvas
36" x 48"
2025
Shipped rolled in tube from Africa
US $4,000
A tender dual portrait, Beacons of the Ordinary depicts two figures in a moment of connection—quiet, grounded, and deeply human. The grayscale palette emphasizes gesture and intimacy, while floral symbolism hints at growth and renewal. Osaro celebrates everyday love and comp
Contemplating Choices
By Charles Osaro
Oil, acrylic, and charcoal on canvas
36" x 36"
2024
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Approx. weight: 2 lb
US $3,500
In Contemplating Choices, the subject’s vivid yellow eyes and relaxed posture contrast sharply with the expressive shadows across his skin. The bold red garment adds intensity, reinforcing the emotional push-and-pull of decision-making.
Not All Angels Wear Halos
By Charles Osaro
Oil and acrylic on canvas
36" x 48"
2025
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Approx. weight: 3 lb
US $4,000
In this striking monochrome portrait, a young woman turns toward the viewer with quiet strength and poise. Surrounded by lush foliage, she embodies the idea that grace and guardianship often appear in ordinary forms. Osaro’s refined grayscale technique
Tell It Like It Is
By Charles Osaro
Oil and acrylic on canvas
36" x 48"
2025
Shipped rolled in tube from Africa
US $4,000
A powerful monochrome portrait layered with handwritten text, Tell It Like It Is examines truth, identity, and the tension between what is seen and what is spoken. Osaro blends realism with expressive abstraction, creating a piece that feels intimate, bold, and deeply human.
Empty Thrones
By Charles Osaro
Oil and acrylic on canvas
36" x 48"
2025
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Approx. weight: 3 lb
US $4,000
Osaro blends bold realism with expressive mark-making, creating a work that feels both intimate and political—an exploration of what it means to hold space, speak truth, and reclaim one’s own throne.
Portrait of Efe
By Charles Osaro
Oil and acrylic on canvas
16" x 16"
2024
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Approx. weight: 1 lb
US $1,500
Portrait of Efe captures a young boy with luminous, reflective skin and a direct, contemplative expression. The tight framing draws the viewer into his world, highlighting subtle light, texture, and emotion. Despite its small scale, the portrait carries immense
Give Me Reason Not Choice
By Charles Osaro
Oil and acrylic on canvas
36" x 48"
2025
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Approx. weight: 3 lb
US $4,000
With a tilted head and an unflinching gaze, the subject of Give Me Reason Not Choice conveys attitude, resilience, and emotional depth. The minimalist background amplifies the portrait’s psychological intensity. The title underscores a tension between a
Nurture
By Charles Osaro
Oil, acrylic, and charcoal on canvas
36" x 48"
2025
Shipped rolled in tube from Africa
Approx. weight: 3 lb
US $4,000
A quiet and intimate moment unfolds in Nurture, where a figure waters a plant beside a softly lit window. The grayscale palette emphasizes gesture, atmosphere, and tenderness, reflecting themes of growth, healing, and the everyday rituals that sustain us. Osar
Deceit Is Another Form of Murder
By Charles Osaro
Oil and acrylic on canvas
24" x 30"
2024
Shipped rolled in tube from Africa
Approx. weight: 2.5 lb
US $2,800
Rendered with expressive contrasts and raw emotional clarity, Deceit Is Another Form of Murder confronts betrayal and the psychological wounds it leaves behind. The fragmented light across the figure’s face and torso mirrors the disruption of t
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