Today I have the pleasure of sharing a conversation I had with one of my favorite creatives.  “Four” from Lagos, Nigeria.

A talented artist that works across a number of mediums. I became a fan myself when I found his “scarf” collection.

I didn’t understand the collection at first, but after the third piece I finally “got it”. Four and I have been talking for a few months about doing an interview together and we finally nailed it down.

Warren: I’d certainly say so. I love how many types of tools were used to create the pieces. the human model aspect, the digital effects on the photography, the natural flows and drape of the scarves in their respective scenes, and the colors. I love the use of color from piece to piece. Gives big Wizkid Essence music video vibes.

I’ve been noticing a trend with me and certain artists (and this happened with you), I’ll see a piece and like it then another a few weeks or months later and like it, but when i see a collective of the same “series” it really elevates the entire collection. So what’s next for Four and the “To the Scarf” collection?

Four: Appreciate your emphasis on the use of colors and modeling, They are usually the most difficult parts to work on – because I tend to want to compliment each pieces meaning in sync with the colors. So that when you see a piece from the series, the colors attracts.

As for what’s next, there’s not definitive answer to that. It’s a “Up-Only” mentality for me. Definitely sure I would face so much down times, but to overcome is to keep creating. The Scarf collection, I look forward to keep pushing much more stories and creating those things that be not as though they were. I also look forward to push for museums and exhibitions. To be in the MoMa, Sothebys, Christie’s and so much more.

Most importantly, to keep creating relationships with artists and collectors.

Warren: That sounds promising. I’ve got to ask though, I’ve been seeing a few tweets of yours on doing a potential “editions project”. Likely? Unlikely? Still looking for inspiration? In development?

Four: Mostly trying to figure out the mechanics. Mechanics, In terms of the edition drop and phases and rewards. The edition piece wouldn’t be photography. It would be a piece of illustration.

“Terror” – A series of 4 parts. For the edition drop, the idea was to give everyone free access to the first part. But following the first part, There is a comic page that tells a story linking to the first part to be released.

I also have the idea not to do any other edition drop till 2024 – so I look forward to making it all worthwhile.