"ORISHA IBILE VI, 2016" by Adeola Davies-Aiyeloja
ORISHA IBILE VI, 2016.
Hand fabricated enamel mask on copper with shells, beads, metal, and raffia. 36" x 22" $2495.00
Statement: Orisha Ibile" series consist of hand-fabricated enameled masks on copper that celebrates the divine feminine energy in Yoruba culture. Through intricate details and vibrant colors, the mask embodies the spiritual essence of the Orishas, ancestral deities that guide and protect. This work honors the connection between the earthly and the spiritual realms, representing resilience, power, and the deep-rooted heritage of African traditions. By combining traditional craftsmanship with contemporary techniques, the piece reflects both cultural reverence and artistic innovation.
Bio: A multidisciplinary artist who work in several media, Adeola has a way of bringing colors together to create a visual sensation. She is very aware of colors and forms and how they work to captivate her audience. Adeola first public exhibition was at National Orange Show where she won honorable mention for her work “Wings of Love”. She has since won many awards for her paintings and jewelry designs. Adeola was the featured artist at the 1997 Inland Empire Alzheimer’s Association Art Auction and the Annual African- American Artist Festival. Her image “Serenity” and “Praising the Lord” were used as the poster image respectively. She has exhibited at local and National juried shows and also served as juror for local art competitions.
Adeola is proud of her involvement with the African American Summerfest from 1992-1998 special youth exhibition called, “Tomorrow’s Masters” which honors youths from kindergarten through 12th grades. She was a member of the task force committee in formulating the County Cultural Plan for the County of San Bernardino. Her work is in both public and private collection, such as Toni Morrison, Riverside Art Museum, Chaffey Community Museum of Art, National Orange Show, Loma Linda Ronald McDonald House and many more.
ORISHA IBILE VI, 2016.
Hand fabricated enamel mask on copper with shells, beads, metal, and raffia. 36" x 22" $2495.00
Statement: Orisha Ibile" series consist of hand-fabricated enameled masks on copper that celebrates the divine feminine energy in Yoruba culture. Through intricate details and vibrant colors, the mask embodies the spiritual essence of the Orishas, ancestral deities that guide and protect. This work honors the connection between the earthly and the spiritual realms, representing resilience, power, and the deep-rooted heritage of African traditions. By combining traditional craftsmanship with contemporary techniques, the piece reflects both cultural reverence and artistic innovation.
Bio: A multidisciplinary artist who work in several media, Adeola has a way of bringing colors together to create a visual sensation. She is very aware of colors and forms and how they work to captivate her audience. Adeola first public exhibition was at National Orange Show where she won honorable mention for her work “Wings of Love”. She has since won many awards for her paintings and jewelry designs. Adeola was the featured artist at the 1997 Inland Empire Alzheimer’s Association Art Auction and the Annual African- American Artist Festival. Her image “Serenity” and “Praising the Lord” were used as the poster image respectively. She has exhibited at local and National juried shows and also served as juror for local art competitions.
Adeola is proud of her involvement with the African American Summerfest from 1992-1998 special youth exhibition called, “Tomorrow’s Masters” which honors youths from kindergarten through 12th grades. She was a member of the task force committee in formulating the County Cultural Plan for the County of San Bernardino. Her work is in both public and private collection, such as Toni Morrison, Riverside Art Museum, Chaffey Community Museum of Art, National Orange Show, Loma Linda Ronald McDonald House and many more.
ORISHA IBILE VI, 2016.
Hand fabricated enamel mask on copper with shells, beads, metal, and raffia. 36" x 22" $2495.00
Statement: Orisha Ibile" series consist of hand-fabricated enameled masks on copper that celebrates the divine feminine energy in Yoruba culture. Through intricate details and vibrant colors, the mask embodies the spiritual essence of the Orishas, ancestral deities that guide and protect. This work honors the connection between the earthly and the spiritual realms, representing resilience, power, and the deep-rooted heritage of African traditions. By combining traditional craftsmanship with contemporary techniques, the piece reflects both cultural reverence and artistic innovation.
Bio: A multidisciplinary artist who work in several media, Adeola has a way of bringing colors together to create a visual sensation. She is very aware of colors and forms and how they work to captivate her audience. Adeola first public exhibition was at National Orange Show where she won honorable mention for her work “Wings of Love”. She has since won many awards for her paintings and jewelry designs. Adeola was the featured artist at the 1997 Inland Empire Alzheimer’s Association Art Auction and the Annual African- American Artist Festival. Her image “Serenity” and “Praising the Lord” were used as the poster image respectively. She has exhibited at local and National juried shows and also served as juror for local art competitions.
Adeola is proud of her involvement with the African American Summerfest from 1992-1998 special youth exhibition called, “Tomorrow’s Masters” which honors youths from kindergarten through 12th grades. She was a member of the task force committee in formulating the County Cultural Plan for the County of San Bernardino. Her work is in both public and private collection, such as Toni Morrison, Riverside Art Museum, Chaffey Community Museum of Art, National Orange Show, Loma Linda Ronald McDonald House and many more.