BIO
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Rahmon Olugunna was born in Osogbo in 1975, a Township in Yorubaland in Nigeria, West Africa. Osogbo is the home of traditional arts and culture in Nigeria. It is known for its natural indigo color and the place where modern contemporary Art began in Nigeria. Rahmon started his career in 1996 under the tutelage of the late Rufus Ogundele, a renowned Osogbo artist whose mentorship shaped Rahmon's artistic identity. Rahmon’s work represents Yoruban mythology as well as modern Nigerian life using figurative and abstract ideas and vibrant colors. Olugunna paintings have been exhibited throughout the United States and Europe. Rahmon’s artwork has received many awards including the Chicago Gold Coast Art Fair in 2019 and Best in Show at the Ann Arbor Michigan Art Festival. Olugunna strives to represent happy and healthy feelings through his paintings.
From Rahmon: "Art is more than just a visual experience; it is a medium through which stories, emotions, and cultural heritage are expressed. For me art is the essence of my being, a passion that flows deeply from my roots in Osogbo. I have been fortunate to be surrounded by the rich traditions of Yoruba mythology and the vibrant legacy of modern Nigerian art. Through my work, I strive to bridge the traditional and the contemporary, embodying the spirit of my culture while engaging with modern life’s complexities."
