Water is a recurring theme in his art because according to a popular adage in his native Yoruba language, “water has no enemy,” Olumide told CNN.
The use of water gives a translucent effect and, he says, is “why it’s difficult for many people to do.”
Olumide pushes himself to create art that his community hasn’t seen before and that is challenging for him.
He became interested in art at the age of four and started professionally creating art in 2005, Olumide said.
The 35-year-old majored in Fine Art at the Yaba College of Technology , Lagos, graduating with a distinction.
Drawing inspiration from his community, he is creating pieces that reflect the lives of those around him.
His work, he says, is “a gradual process,” taking around two to three weeks to create individual pieces.
“And depending on the intricacy I want to achieve, it can take a couple of months,” he added.
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