Iwalewa Gallery

Marshall Nwauwa, 1972, Nigeria.

Marshal Nwauwa (born 1972) in Oguta Imo State, Nigeria. As a student of Public Administration at the University of Calabar, Marshal was already a practicing artist, honing his now recognized skills at the Curio Studio Surulere, Lagos, Nigeria. His works are a detailed tour of unspoken realities surrounding the daily life of ordinary people negotiating their way around dreams and...

Marshal Nwauwa (born 1972) in Oguta Imo State, Nigeria. As a student of Public Administration at the University of Calabar, Marshal was already a practicing artist, honing his now recognized skills at the Curio Studio Surulere, Lagos, Nigeria. His works are a detailed tour of unspoken realities surrounding the daily life of ordinary people negotiating their way around dreams and drudgery, hopes and disappointments of another day. Marshal's color works place him highly amongst the colorists. A self taught artist, Marshall has worked with some of the continent's most celebrated artists like Sam Ovraiti, Olu Ajayi, Pita Ohiwerei, and others. His works are on display across Nigeria and several galleries in Europe and America. He has participated in over 20 group exhibitions and a solo. His works are on display across Nigeria and several galleries in Europe and America.

MARSHALL NWAUWA's Artworks

Nude With Red, 2019

Marshall Nwauwa

A grayscale depiction of a nude figure kneeling, its form defined by deep shadow and subtle highlights, with an unexpected splash of red adding a focal point of passion and vitality.

The Long Hair, 2019

Marshall Nwauwa

A monochromatic study of a seated figure with dramatically long, flowing hair, emphasizing both vulnerability and a serene, classical elegance through its detailed shading and soft focus.

The Masked Observer, 2023

Marshall Nwauwa

A shadowy figure with a bright, complexly structured head stands against a clear blue background, representing a detached, vigilant observer who is both present and symbolically remote.

The Stoic Face, 2023

Marshall Nwauwa

Characterized by strong vertical lines and earth toned blocks, this portrait suggests a figure of unwavering resolve, its simplified, impassive features embodying a powerful, stoic silence.

Cubist Contemplation, 2023

Marshall Nwauwa

Bold, contrasting color planes delineate the face, creating a thoughtful, abstracted female form whose intense gaze communicates a complex, multifaceted, and deeply internalized emotional state.

Blue Modular Portrait, 2023

Marshall Nwauwa

A highly geometric and fragmented blue figure is defined by sharp edges and planar color blocks, reflecting the fractured and digitally influenced nature of contemporary identity and perception.

The Sentient Gaze, 2023

Marshall Nwauwa

A frontal abstract portrait with a pale green face and heavy-lidded eyes, conveying a sense of melancholy or knowing weariness that draws the viewer into a silent, profound conversation.

Blue Profile, 2023

Marshall Nwauwa

A profile portrait in intense shades of blue is contrasted against a strong orange background, capturing a moment of deep introspection and emotional depth through its striking, simplified forms.

Ancestral Form Ii, 2023

Marshall Nwauwa

This figure features a round, green, and white stylized face above a body adorned with bold, graphic, and culturally resonant patterns, conveying a majestic, yet mysterious, symbolic persona.

Ancestral Form I , 2023

Marshall Nwauwa

An elongated figure with a reddish-brown, mask-like face and geometric body patterns stands on a muted background, symbolizing an enduring spiritual guide or a stylized representation of cultural heritage.

Yellow Portrait, 2023

Marshall Nwauwa

An angular, Cubist-inspired profile in yellow and dark blue focuses on a prominent, intensely expressive eye and defined red lips, suggesting a complex inner state of contemplation or urgency.

Dark Silhouette, 2023

Marshall Nwauwa

A powerful, almost monolithic dark form dominates a minimalist composition of deep blue and white, representing a commanding presence or an anonymous figure of profound, imposing weight.

The Companions, 2023

Marshall Nwauwa

Two figures walk closely together under separate, bright umbrellas in a wash of grey, capturing the quiet intimacy and necessary companionship amidst the isolating rush of a rainy day.

Summer Bloom , 2023

Marshall Nwauwa

A dense, lush explosion of green and yellow foliage accented with light blue, conveying the overpowering feeling of being enveloped by a vibrant, fertile, and overgrown natural world.

Forest Of Light, 2023

Marshall Nwauwa

Two trees stand side-by-side, their canopies a blend of expressive, luminous color spots, suggesting a playful conversation between two vibrant entities in an imagined landscape.

An Autumnal Halo, 2023

Marshall Nwauwa

A vibrant, abstract tree bursts with warm hues and circular brushstrokes against a cool blue sky, evoking the fiery change of season and the joyous cycle of nature's transformation

Violinists, 2025

Marshall Nwauwa

This artwork masterfully captures a trio of violinists, their forms emerging from a symphony of blue and yellow hues. The dynamic brushwork and emotional depth suggest the passion and beauty of music.

The Gathering, 2025

Marshall Nwauwa

This work portrays a gathering of individuals, their faces turned toward the viewer with a sense of shared experience. The use of a limited palette with touches of red creates a powerful and cohesive visual narrative.

Blue Ensemble, 2025

Marshall Nwauwa

A dynamic and abstract composition, this piece captures a group of figures in a vibrant blue palette. The energetic strokes and interplay of colors evoke a sense of movement and communal energy.

Man In A Hat, 2025

Marshall Nwauwa

A striking portrait of a man in a hat, this piece uses bold brushstrokes and a high-contrast palette to convey a sense of introspection and quiet strength. The pop of red adds a focal point, drawing the viewer in.

Where Colours Meet The Horizon, 2024

Marshall Nwauwa

A path stretches endlessly, flanked by trees ablaze in brilliant colour reds, golds, greensall guiding the eye toward a distant vanishing point. Where Colours Meet the Horizon draws you into a dreamlike journey, where nature's palette dances with depth and perspective. It's not just a landscape, it's an invitation to wander, wonder, and lose yourself in beauty that never quite ends.

Adrift In Stillness, 2024

Marshall Nwauwa

Empty boats float gently, unclaimed by hands but heavy with unseen stories. Adrift in Stillness captures a quiet moment on open water where presence is felt through absence. The sea, vast and calm, cradles these boats like forgo Men dreams, waiting for the wind, or perhaps, a new beginning.

Monochrome Riffs, 2021

Marshall Nwauwa

A symphony in black and white five abstract pieces, each pulsing with rhythm, mystery, and motion. Amid the flowing forms, two hint at guitar-like shapes, as if the canvas is strumming its own silent tune. Monochrome Riffs explores sound without noise, movement without figures, and feeling beyond form. It's jazz in paint raw, improvised, and soul-deep.