The Longing

Muktar Yusuf

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Muktar Yusuf is a Lagos-based Nigerian visual artist whose work merges fantastical storytelling with metaphysical reflections on hope and light. Influenced by comic book visuals and traditional impressionistic techniques, he creates luminous compositions that explore resilience, imagination, and spiritual transcendence. A graduate of the prestigious Zaria Art School, Yusuf brings both technical discipline and expressive freedom to his practice.

He has exhibited in notable Nigerian platforms including Thought Pyramid’s Undiscovered Abuja 2.0, The Artist Commune (10th Edition), Integrity Nigeria’s Art4Integrity, and the Benin Art Fair. Internationally, his work has featured in DERASOARS Beyond The Fragments Virtual Exhibition, ABSA L’Atelier promotional showcases, the Lumen Gallery Contest, and publications such as BOLD Journey and Poiema Magazine.

Beyond his studio practice, Yusuf is a passionate illustrator and art tutor committed to mentoring emerging creatives while continually expanding the boundaries of his visual language.