Dennis Osadebe - Stand For Something

Strategic Assembly for Perfect Finishes

Dennis Osadebe’s 'Neo-African' style contrasts deep, void-like black surfaces with vibrant, flat graphic details. To achieve this look physically, I couldn't just sculpt a single object. I had to engineer an assembly kit.

• Component Separation: I split the sculpture into two distinct parts—the high-gloss body and the matte, detailed mask. This allowed them to be manufactured in completely different materials to best suit their textures.

• Precision Keying: I engineered a custom keyed connection hidden behind the mask. This guaranteed that the two parts would lock together perfectly during assembly, eliminating the need for difficult masking or risky hand-painting on the finished surface.