Forme Femine Art Gallery is pleased to present CONVERGENCE, an exhibition of new works by Titilola Fagbemi. Through a collection of 5 paintings, “Convergence” merges self expression and artistic experimentation with the dynamics of intergenerational relationships.

Drawing from shared experiences with her mother and a wellspring of readings, texts and interviews that deconstruct the maternal, the artist weaves a visual language that speaks to a desire to identify with and perhaps understand our mothers.

In this realm of being, Fagbemi attempts to engage in the delicate act of ‘re-membering’ the mother-daughter body, unraveling the intricate threads that weave this salient relationship. She reflects on the influence of matrilineal bonds to her practice “As a child, my first contact with drawing was my mum teaching me to draw and sketch whenever I had homework with diagrams or crafts. Sharing that experience with her, watching her teach me to draw and sketch…, that definitely influenced me and exposed me to drawing ” Convergence expresses this essence while unearthing a chain of support systems that have long nurtured and sustained women.

Within these compositions, Fagbemi further captures the dichotomy between the development of personal identity and the nurturing power of a supportive community as well as the duality of roles and duties - illuminating raw emotional journeys.
Her art becomes a conduit for a mother-daughter pedagogy, a powerful exchange of wisdom and understanding rooted in the maternal space; transcending generations.

In this exhibition, viewers will find themselves immersed in a world where tender threads of connection interlace, where maternal vignettes intersect, and where the mapping of matrilineal influences converge into a powerful testament to the resilience and beauty of womanhood and identity.

“CONVERGENCE" invites us to embark on an intergenerational voyage, delving into the realms of memory, empathy, and shared experiences. Paying homage to the foundation of our existence while contemplating the evolving narratives of womanhood.
Fagbemi invites visitors to engage with a deeply introspective exploration of the maternal experience.


Private Viewing: 10 JUN, 2023 | Lagos
Exhibition Online: 11 JUN - 9 JUL, 2023