Blues

The Argungu Blues is a depiction of the famous fishing festival between Sokoto and Kebbi. The blue is pervasive and it is interesting that Akhirebhu opted for this primary colour instead of brown – the colour we all associate with the festival and its muddy waters. Note the concentration of people in the foreground – […]

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The Argungu Blues is a depiction of the famous fishing festival between Sokoto and Kebbi. The blue is pervasive and it is interesting that Akhirebhu opted for this primary colour instead of brown – the colour we all associate with the festival and its muddy waters. Note the concentration of people in the foreground – which is the middle of the Lake. Participants are drawn to this area, as the chance of landing a big catch is always greater in the middle of the Lake.

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