Draft:Oluwaseyi Omotoso

Olúwáṣèyí Ọmọ́tọ́ṣọ̀
Born	Oluwaseyi Muyideen Omotoso 1997(27) Lagos, Nigeria
Nationality	Nigerian
Known for	Mixed Media, Abstract

New Zealand from The World Collection by Oluwaseyi Omotoso.

Oluwaseyi Muyideen Omotoso (Born 1997) is a Nigerian contemporary artist and author renowned for his vibrant and thought-provoking artistry that delve into the intersection of culture, identity, globalism, social justice and the human experience. Through his art, he seeks to express perspectives, spark meaningful conversations, and inspire positive change. Working primarily with mixed media and bold colors, Ọmọ́tọ́ṣọ̀ crafts intricate compositions that seamlessly blend traditional Yoruba textual symbols from West Africa with modern themes and ciphers, producing a unique visual language that honors heritage while speaking to universal human experiences. By sharing his art, Ọmọ́tọ́ṣọ̀ seeks to express perspectives, spark meaningful conversations, bridge cultural gaps, foster empathy, and inspire a more inclusive, compassionate world.

Early Life and Education

Olúwáṣèyí Ọmọ́tọ́ṣọ̀ was born in the busy suburbs at the western axis of Lagos, Nigeria. He developed an interest in art at a young age, demonstrating artistry and skill in various forms. Notably, he used to make clay sculptures in his pre-teens and build housing models with cartons and cardboards, showcasing his innate talent and resourcefulness. This early inclination towards art may have been influenced by his parents, who were in the construction and hospitality industries. Despite his passion for art, Omotoso went on to study Marine biology at the University of Lagos, Nigeria.

Career

Whilst having academic background in Marine Biology and other scientific fields, Omotoso's passion for art led him to pursue a career in the art world. His work has been featured in exhibitions and collections, including NYAFAIR, TriBeCa, New York.

Style and Technique

Omotoso's art focuses on mixed media which includes traditional painting on canvas, ultraviolet paint, and sometimes combining digital and artificial intelligence elements together with ciphers. He crafts a fusion between abstract, for the world collection and abstract-expressionism for the people collection, this enables him to convey the complexity of human experiences, emotions, culture and individual essence in the duo, exploring themes centered on notable individuals and locations in the world we inhabit.

The unseen realities is at the core of inspiration for him, although the more understood part of it comes from everyday life, people, environment and the inter-connections of it all. He's drawn to the mysteries of existence, the unseen threads that weave our lives and world together.

Notable Works

Hasso Plattner from The People Collection By Oluwaseyi Omotoso

•The People Collection: A series of art pieces illustrating individuals who have made a significant impact in their fields.

Kawachi from The World Collection by Oluwaseyi Omotoso

•The World Collection: Abstract illustrations of places selected from all over the world.

External Links

Ọmọ́tọ́ṣọ̀ on Google

Olúwáṣèyí Ọmọ́tọ́ṣọ̀ on Instagram