Artist spotlight : Aforglory SameGod Afobunor

Judgment explores reckoning as an internal process rather than a final verdict. The work considers judgment as something unavoidable, a state where consequences exists. Drawing from spiritual symbolism and allegorical imagery, the piece presents judgment as a suspended moment, offering no clear resolution at the moment. Instead, it invites the viewer into a pause between action and outcome, authority and self-awareness. As part of an ongoing body of work examining moral cycles, Judgment functions as a threshold, gesturing toward atonement and mercy without assuming either is inevitable.

Artist: Aforglory SameGod Afobunor

Inspiration & Style

What initially inspired you to become an artist, and how did you develop your unique artistic style?

My initial inspiration was my brother, though he didn’t take art professionally, but as a kid, I remember one time he made a Superman comic and I was in childlike awe, also when I came across his class notes, there were always drawings/sketches in there. That subconsciously inspired me to take up my own pen. For my artstyle, I wouldn’t say I have a specific style but I always like to dabble between semi-realism and stylized artworks, in which most of my artworks from a young age started off as stylized because I was mimicking either cartoons or comics, entering the more professional scene I became more adept to semi-realism.

Creative Process

Do you have any rituals or routines that help you get into a creative mindset when starting a new project?

I think the only stable routine I can think of would be making a large cup of coffee then scrolling on either Pinterest or My Instagram explore page just to get the buzz of going. As I’m always inspired by seeing other exceptional artists, and that retrospectively fuels me up.

Artistic Influences

How do you balance historical or artistic influences with your personal style, and how do these influences manifest in your work today?

I see historical and artistic influences as a starting point rather than something to copy. I’m drawn to how artists have used symbolism, composition, and storytelling over time to explore human behaviour and morality, and I naturally filter those ideas through my own perspective. In my work, those influences tend to show up in the underlying structure or themes,

Emotion & Expression

How do you use your art to evoke emotions, and what role does emotion play in your creative process?

Emotion is central to both my process and the final work. In my most recent works,  I use atmosphere, symbolism, and restrained composition to create tension and invite the viewer into an emotional state rather than a fixed narrative. I often begin with an emotional question or feeling, and the artwork becomes a way of translating that internal experience into a visual language the viewer can sense before they fully understand it.

Exhibiting Work

How do you feel about exhibiting your artwork with The Holy Art Gallery, and what does this opportunity mean to you?

Exhibiting with The Holy Art Gallery feels both affirming and timely. I see it as an opportunity to place my work within a space that values conceptual depth and emerging voices, while allowing the work to engage with a wider, curious audience. It represents a meaningful step in sharing my practice within a professional and international context.

Future Goals

What are your long-term goals and aspirations as an artist, and how do you plan to achieve them?

In the long term, I want to build a practice that feels sustainable and honest, where the work can grow beyond individual pieces and exhibitions. I’m interested in continuing to explore themes like emotion, morality, and identity, while gradually pushing the scale of my work and sharing it with wider audiences. I plan to get there by staying curious, experimenting consistently, collaborating with others, and exhibiting in spaces that challenge me and help the work evolve.

Audience Connection

What do you hope viewers take away from experiencing your art, and how do you aim to connect with them on an emotional or intellectual level?

I hope viewers feel personally invited into the work rather than told what to think. I want it to create a quiet, honest moment where something emotional surfaces before it’s fully understood. If the work encourages even a small moment of self-reflection or makes someone feel seen, unsettled, or curious, then that connection has done its job.