Metal Wall Art Decor: Paintings of African Women Turkana

I did this painting of an African woman from the Turkana tribe in Kenya as a commission for a friend. The Turkana people are renowned for their beautiful beaded African jewelry. I really enjoyed doing this embossed metal art piece and in particular painting over the beaded necklace. The paint colors came out particularly vibrant. I intend to do more paintings of women from tribes with interesting jewelry. If you would like to buy artwork please send an email to minjete@gmail.com.

African Art Painting of Woman

Turkana Girl (I) by Injete Chesoni

 Metal Wall Art Decor

Turkana Girl Painting by Injete Chesoni

 

 African Artwork

 Turkana Girl (I) by Injete Chesoni

 Metal Wall Art Decor

Painting of African Woman, (Turkana II) by Injete

Personalized Art Gifts: The Statesman

Last year we got invited to the 70th birthday party of a family friend. I usually have a hard time picking birthday gifts for men especially the type of man who has everything so I took the easy way out and asked his daughter what we should get for her dad's gift. Turns out he loves both art and books, so she suggested we buy him one of the two. I decided to make him a personalized gift of a metal painting with his initials, birth year and nickname included in the art piece. He likes to wear hats and is a retired politician so I decided to incorporate these elements too. The metal art piece includes some Kiswahili phrases, "Ligi Kuu" meaning the Major League is inscribed on one of the stools and hats. Kaa Ngumu his nickname which means "stay firm" or "stand your ground" is also inscribed in one of the stools. Kaa also means "sit" in Kiswahili. Finally I also inscribed "Elders Council," on one of the stools. I used stools versus chairs in the painting since they are a symbol of leadership in some African cultures. If you are interested in buying artwork please send an email to minjete@gmail.com.

 Metal Wall Art by Injete Chesoni

The Statesman, Council of Elders (Detail)

African Art Painting by Injete Chesoni

The Statesman, Council of Elders (Detail)

African Artwork by Injete Chesoni 

The Statesman, Council of Elders

 Metal Wall Art Painting by Injete Chesoni

The Statesman, Council of Elders (Detail)

Art for Sale: African Art Inspirational Paintings of Women

This year I decided to return to actively painting and blogging about my art work. While going through my existing art pieces I came across a few I had not posted on this blog. Some are from a collection of art pieces I did as a commission for the Young Women's Leadership Institute (YWLI Kenya) and others were inspired by that commission. If you are interested in buying any of these paintings please send an email inquiry to minjete@gmail.com.

The idea behind the YWLI art collection was inspiring young women to take flight and reach for greater heights, as well as celebrating sisterhood. My favorite piece from the collection is the "Basket of Butterflies."

Basket of Butterflies by Injete Chesoni

African Art, Abstract Metal Wall Art

Sisterhood Celebration, African Dancers by Injete Chesoni

African Art, Metal Paintings of Women

 Basket of Hope by Injete Chesoni

Black Art, African Paintings of Women

Posing: Metal Wall Art Nude Painting by Injete

Acrylic Paint on Metal (22 by 25.5 inches, Framed with Mat)

Art for Sale: $500 (Free Shipping)

Romantic Gifts: Love Art Collection by Injete

At this time of year those of us lucky enough to have a special someone in our lives are scrambling around looking for the perfect Valentines Day gift.   This year I decided to create a number of romantic art pieces which celebrate love. In honor of Valentines Day and all of those scrambling around for unique Valentines Gifts I am offering a Valentines Discount on all of my artwork through to February 28^th. While Valentines is a special day set aside for lovers, love in and of itself is everlasting and should be celebrated everyday. My art work and products focus on love and can be given as gifts to those you love on any day not just Valentines. Look out for more products in my Love Collection including more art work, canvas art prints, metal and wood prints, printable downloadable products such as greeting cards and love quote posters, and my Zazzle Romantic Gifts collection. You can also commission unique metal art pieces for your special someone or to give as Wedding or Anniversary gifts. To order artwork send an email with your request to minjete@gmail.com.  Here is some of my current artwork available for sale. These paintings are perfect decor for your office or home, framed and on your desk, shelves or table tops.

Lovers Embrace I: Abstract Art Paintings by Injete
Acrylic on Paper Painting (4 x 6"): Make an Offer

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Kiss IV: Abstract Art Paintings by Injete
Acrylic on Paper Painting (5 x 7"): Make an Offer

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Lovers Embrace II: Abstract Art Paintings by Injete
Acrylic on Paper Painting (5 x 7"): Make an Offer

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Nibusu (I) / Kiss Me (I): Abstract Art Paintings by Injete
Acrylic on Paper Painting (4 x 6"): Make an Offer

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Nibusu (II) / Kiss Me (II): Abstract Art Paintings by Injete
Acrylic on Paper Painting (4 x 6"): Make an Offer

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 Kiss III: Embossed Abstract Metal Art Paintings by Injete 

Metal Art Painting (6 x 8"): SOLD

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Love Collection Metal Wall Art: Valentines Day Sale

The season of love is here and to celebrate it I will be offering some of my art on sale for Valentines Day gifts. This includes new artwork made for Valentines as well as wedding and anniversary art gifts. Most of my artwork can be reproduced on metal and is available on order.  Due to the nature of the metal and embossing technique used each art piece is unique and has color variations. You can order the art piece with or without the decorative border. Free shipping is available on all orders of $500 or more. This includes a combination of art pieces or one art piece as long as the total order sums up to $500 or more. Prices for metal wall art pieces measuring 12 by 16 inches start at $500. The art pieces come framed and ready to hang. For all orders placed in February there will be a Valentines Discount.  Payment options include PayPal and Credit or Debit Card Payments via PayPal.  To place an order send an email to minjete@gmail.com with the title of the art piece. Here is a sample of available metal wall art pieces in my Love Collection.  Please note you can order any of my art pieces including those not in the collection. For smaller metal and acrylic on paper paintings see my Love Art Collection blog post.

LOVE COLLECTION: METAL WALL ART

Wedding Dance, Bump: Love Collection, African Metal Art by Injete
Media: Embossed Metal Wall Art Painting (Size: 12" x 16") 

Price: $500, Art piece Available on Order

Free Shipping on All Orders Over $500

Kiss III: Love Collection, Abstract Metal Art by Injete
Media: Embossed, Metal Wall Art Painting (Size: 12" x 16") 

Price: $500, Art piece Available on Order

Free Shipping on All Orders Over $500

 

Wedding Dance, Drumbeats: Love Collection, Metal Wall Art by Injete
Media: Embossed African Art Painting (Size: 16" x 20" with border)

Price: $650, Art piece Available on Order

Free Shipping on All Orders Over $500

Handmade Metal Cards: Miniature Art Gifts

I recently started creating handmade metal art cards featuring my designs and art work. They consist of embossed miniature paintings on aluminum metal. Some of them feature artwork on both sides of the card (two-in-one art cards). These versatile miniature art pieces measure 4 by 4 inches and can easily be placed on a desk or tabletop as decoration. They can also be framed and hung up as wall art, or used as drink coasters.

 

 Sax Player: SOLD (Two-In-One Art Card)

Description: 4.1" by 4.25", Metal Art Card 

Front: Sax Player black art painting by Injete 

Back: Abstract metal art by Injete Chesoni

 

They make the perfect gift for art lovers and collectors. Each metal art card is released in limited editions. If you would like to buy handmade metal art cards please send me an email at minjete@gmail.com. I have posted photographs of my current collection of handmade metal art cards and some suggested uses below.

  

Three Flirts: SOLD (Two-In-One Art Card)
Description: 4.25” by 4.25”, Handmade Metal Card
Front: Three Flirts African Art Painting by Injete
Back: Abstract art by Injete Chesoni

Guitar Player: SOLD (Two-In-One Art Card)
Description: 4” by 4”, Embossed Metal Art Card
Front: Guitar Player Miniature Art by Injete
Back: Abstract Art by Injete Chesoni

 African Bwa Sun Mask: SOLD (Two-In-One Art Card)
Description: 4” by 4”, Handmade Embossed Metal Card
Front: Tribal African Art Mask painting by Injete
Back: Abstract art by Injete Chesoni

 

 African Bwa Plank Mask: ($25) (Two-In-One Art Card)
Description: 4” by 4”, Handmade Embossed Metal Card
Front: Tribal African Art Mask painting by Injete
Back: Abstract art by Injete Chesoni

 African Fang Ngil Mask: ($25) (Two-In-One Art Card)
Description: 4” by 4”, Handmade Embossed Metal Art Card
Front: Fang African Mask painting by Injete
Back: Abstract art by Injete Chesoni

Orange Confusion: SOLD (One Sided Art Card)
To Buy Art Cards E-mail: minjete@gmail.com
Description: 4 by 4 inches, Handmade Metal Art Card
Abstract Miniature Art by Injete Chesoni

African Thinking Man: SOLD (One Sided Art Card)
To Buy Art Cards E-mail: minjete@gmail.com
Description: 4” by 4”, Handmade Card on Embossed Metal
African Art Miniature Painting by Injete Chesoni

 

Green Confusion: SOLD (One Sided Art Card)
To Buy Art Cards E-mail: minjete@gmail.com
Description: 4” by 4”, Handmade Embossed Metal Card
Abstract miniature acrylic painting by Injete

 Sienna Thinker: SOLD (One Sided Art Card)
To Buy Art Cards E-mail: minjete@gmail.com
Description: 4” by 4”, Handmade Metal Card
Miniature metal painting by Injete Chesoni

Gift Ideas and Uses for Miniature Metal Art Cards

• Place them on a desk or tabletop as decoration.
• Frame them and hung them up as decorative wall art. 
• Frame them and use them as drink coasters. 
• Use them as dining table centerpieces and decoration. 
• Give them as wedding gift favors.
• Give them as an art gift and greeting card. You can inscribe a message directly in the card using an ink-free or dried up ballpoint pen or you can write your message on a piece of paper and glue it inside the card.

College Days and The African Thinker

This weekend I was invited to a farewell party for a lovely young lady who is flying off miles away for college. Having recalled my own college days (a looong time ago) in a foreign country I wanted to make a gift for her that would be unique and at the same time remind her of home. I was going for something intellectual but at the same time cool (since this is a teenager). I must confess it was somewhat of  a challenge for me and having had a number of sleepless nights I ended up dozing off at my computer, when I woke up the image of Auguste Rodin's, Thinker came to my mind and I was like that's it! I will do a metal art card version of "The Thinker," with a graduation poem inside and a "cool" quote on the front. I also decided to use an earthy palette. I am glad to say she liked the art card! Quite an accomplishment pleasing a teen. I hope the words will carry her through her college years and I wish her much success and happiness as she embarks on this exciting new journey. All the best Wendy!

 Wendy's Thinker: Quote reads, "Question Everything."

Sienna Thinker: To Buy Artwork E-mail minjete@gmail.com ($25)

Description: 4 by 4 inches, Embossed Metal Miniature Painting

Blue Poet Thinker: To Buy Artwork E-mail minjete@gmail.com ($25)

Description: 4 by 4 inches, Metal Miniature Art

At the same time that I was thinking of an art gift for Wendy I was mulling over what to make for a new friend who was nice enough to share with me some of his wisdom a few weeks ago. He was described to me as an, "artistic genius who is ahead of his time," and lest I embarrass him I will stop there. Anyway having met him and in line with the genius description I thought I would create a metal art, Africanized version of "The Thinker," for him. Since I was also told he used to have dreadlocks I titled the piece, "African Thinker/Maina with Dreadlocks." I am at the sketch stage, I still have to transfer it to metal and then decide on a paint color. Finally completed Maina's art card see below.

Beware Thinking Man: Miniature Metal African Painting

 African Thinker: Handmade Metal African Art Card

African Art and Women's Art Pieces

These are art pieces from my latest African art collection and art work that I plan on using for an upcoming poetry book project. All of these are original metal art paintings that can be purchased by sending an email to minjete@gmail.com. Please include the title of the art piece that you are interested in and your name and shipping address. These art pieces will also be available as art prints, art cards and art gifts.

Soul Sisters: African Art Painting, Metal Wall Art

Original Acrylic Metal Painting (8x10"): SOLD
Email minjete@gmail.com to Buy Artwork

Flirt: African Art Painting, Abstract Metal Art

Original Acrylic Metal Painting (4x6"): SOLD

Circle of Sisters I: African Art Painting, Women's Art
Original Acrylic Metal Painting (4x6"): $50
Click here to Buy African Cards and Kwanzaa Cards

Circle of Sisters II: African Art Painting, Women's Art
Original Acrylic Metal Painting (6x8"): $65

Circle of Sisters III: African Painting, Sisters and Friends Art

Original Acrylic Metal Painting (8x6"): SOLD

Seeds of Life: Mother and Child Art, Sisters Art
Original Acrylic Metal Painting (5x9"): SOLD

Gossip: African Painting, Sisters and Friends Art
Original Acrylic Metal Painting (5x7"): SOLD

Friends On the Way to the River: $200  
Media: Oil Paint on Metal (9.25 x 13 inches)
Framed and Ready to Hang.

Three Pots: African Art Painting, Metal Wall Art
Original Acrylic Metal Painting (8 x7.3"): SOLD

Sunset Dreams: Inspirational Poems for Women and African Metal Art Paintings

Sunset Dreams: African Art Metal Painting
Size: (8.1 x 11.75")
Price: $150 (Free Shipping)

SUNSET DREAMS
On the Brink of Womanhood
(Inspirational Life Poems for Women by Injete Chesoni)

She stands on the brink of womanhood
Staring into the sunset horizon
Pondering her future
Proudly staring it down
Convinced that she will make it
Although she has no clue how
She squares her shoulders
And resolutely raises her head
She holds her neck proudly
Staring defiantly ahead
She places her hands on her hips
And thrusts out her budding chest
Convinced that if she looks and acts tough
She will make it
Through the difficult days ahead
As the sun sets on the horizon
Her youthful days slowly go down
Buried along with the sinking sun
Tomorrow a new day will be born
And her life as a woman will start
In the gentle glow of dawn.

The inspirational poem above, "Sunset Dreams" was inspired by an African Art Metal Painting of a young woman that I completed in August. This life poem is part of my Women's Poetry Collection and deals with change and the difficult transition from adolescence to adulthood. This poem also symbolically represents my beloved continent of Africa, its growing pains and my hope that it will one day fulfill its promise. - From Women's Poetry, African Poetry, Inspirational Poems, Change Poems and Life Poems by Injete Chesoni.