Olakunle Ayoola

Olakunle Ayoola is a contemporary Nigerian artist known for his exploration of black heritage and identity through painting. His artistic journey began informally before completing secondary school when he enrolled as a trainee in Computer Engineering and Graphic Design at Sunny Computer Institute in Oyo town. During his training, Olakunle met a Fine Art student who introduced him to drawing and sculpting with clay. This encounter sparked a profound passion for art, inspiring him to pursue it with unwavering dedication.

Olakunle's commitment to his artistic journey grew stronger as he pursued formal education in art at the Emmanuel Alayande College of Education (now Emmanuel Alayande University of Education) in Oyo, where he specialized in Painting and Ceramics, graduating in 2016.

As an artist, Olakunle Ayoola specializes in portraying the intrinsic beauty and multifaceted nature of black heritage through his paintings. His work delves deeply into the complexities of the black experience, shedding light on the richness of culture and the vibrant identity of the black community. By capturing these diverse facets, Olakunle’s art honors and celebrates the heritage of black individuals. His creations also provoke thought and inspire...

I studied Fine and Applied Arts at Emmanuel Alayande College of Education, Oyo, Oyo State, where i majored in painting, and I graduated with NCE ( Fine and Applied Arts).

Art as a Universal Language: An Exhibition of Arts and Crafts in Honour of Oranyan The Great. Ogun Forecourt, Alaafin's Palace, Oyo. 2015