Ayodele Ojo

 “In an era marked by increasing globalization, the boundaries delineating race, nationality, gender and sexuality have become indistinct. It is within this context that I find immense fascination in exploring the nuances of self-identity, delving into the realm of cultural roots that trace back to my birthplace in Nigeria and my subsequent migration to Canada.

I have deep curiosity about Yoruba mythology, where the believe that our consciousness has both a physical and spiritual side. I try to show this idea through my paintings, especially in the self portraits. Rather than capture what I look like, I paint a deeper essence of who I am.

Sometimes I paint landscapes, but I mostly use watercolours for those. Before I begin painting, I spend a lot of time thinking and imagining what I want to create. It is a very thoughtful and reflective process for me. ”