Artist Name: Kaynan Peter

Category: Artist

Date Of Birth: 11-06-1997

Experience: 3 to above

Qualification:Bachelor

About Artisan: Kenan M. Peter, professionally known as Kaynan Kayphas, is a Nigerian artist based in Abuja. Born
on 11 June 1997 in Kwara State and hailing from Kogi State, Kaynan began his artistic journey in 2018 and has since exhibited in numerous local and international shows, including Roadless Travel
Exhibition, Let’s Go Pink (Breast Cancer Awareness Exhibition), Art and Human Rights Exhibition
(Montreal, Canada), Holy Art Fair (London), and more. In 2024, he earned national recognition as an award-winning artist at the 19th Embassy of Spain Art Competition in Nigeria, where his work captured the power of merging diverse cultural narratives.
Kaynan is known for his abstract realism, portraitures, nature-inspired compositions, and symbolic imagery. His distinct characters—defined by almond eyes, a small nose, and a delicate mouth—
emerged from his deep love for anime, a passion since childhood. Over time, he discovered how to
fuse his long-held fascination with creating Japanese manga-style characters into his fine art practice,crafting a unique style that tells African stories through a manga-inspired lens. This approach blends the clean, expressive linework and stylised proportions of manga with the layered textures, colours, and symbolism of African visual traditions.
His works draw inspiration from history, nature, and ancient religious literature, resonating with
collectors and galleries worldwide. His first art auction was held in London in 2022. Kaynan is also a third-generation member and current Secretary of the Elbow Room Art Club, Abuja’s exclusive collective of artists with diverse techniques and visions, where he continues to grow and experiment.

Mission Statement: My artistic. practice centres around uncovering the lost and hidden records of the past—those
histories that were forgotten,erased,or never properly told. I am particularly drawn to stories that reveal the identity and achievements of Black people who were also part of the cutting edge of human evolution,global culture, and international exchange.These truths may sometimes appear
controversial, but they are necessary.Through my art,I aim to awaken something deep within every
Black person who may not know their roots,just as I once did not
. My personal journey of freedom began when I started researching ancient records,and now I tell these stories with every stroke of mybrush.
My current project is called the Black Re-imagine Series. It is a celebration of the presence and beauty of Black people in ancient times—placing them in historical contexts across various countries and cultures around the world. This series highlights how they thrived, stood out in their strength and elegance, and embodied virtue, resilience, and dignity. Through detailed portraits and storytelling scenes, I re-imagine how our ancestors might have lived, dressed, and contributed to societies far and wide. It is a reawakening of pride and a restoration of lost images of power and grace.
I primarily work with oil on canvas, a medium I deeply appreciate for its flexibility and timeless quality.It allows me to build layers, textures, and emotional depth in ways that connect both the past and present. Oil paint gives my work the richness it needs to carry the weight of these stories—stories that deserve to be told with care and intensity. The medium helps me translate what I see in ancient texts, dreams, and research into powerful visual narratives.
Ultimately, my aim is to create art that inspires and restores. I want my work to speak directly to the spirit of those who view it, especially people of African descent. It is about reclaiming the narrative and offering a new lens through which we can see ourselves—not as footnotes in history, but as
central figures in the story of the world. My art is a call to remember, to reimagine, and to rise.

Training: Self learnt

Skills: Painting

Certification: Self taught

Email: kaynanpeter99@gmail.com

Phone: 08106151361

Country: Nigeria

State: Federal Capital Territory

City Name: Abuja

Zip Code: 900107

Unionization:Non-Union

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