Techno Heads by Joseph Obanubi

Nigerian artist, Joseph Obanubi, brings his distinct creativity and style into collage art. His works are definitely reminiscent of Afrofuturism and several touches of the ethereal and unearthly. But his fantasy always seems to be grounded is some sort of reality.

His Techno Heads (2018 - ongoing) series has this same feel. It’s a beautiful mix of fantasy - with the scenery depicting space, skies and earthly landscapes that could still be imagined on a faraway planet. But Obanubi uses this fantastical backdrop to talk about a current societal issue - the pervasiveness of technology.

He shows people going through their daily life - whether working, reflecting, or communicating with friends and family. But he replaces aspects of their bodies with technology, showing just how dependent we have become for even the most mundane things, and even when we are supposed to be connecting with each other.

The Techno Heads series brings this crucial topic to the forefront of our minds in a beautiful and fascinating way. See some of our favorite works from the series below.