ALAKE
2023

Spray paint, Fabric Dye, Acrylic Paint on Paper, Jute sacks, Rubber Inner Tubes, PPR pipe

98.4 x 98.4 in

My creative process involves weaving tapestries from discarded inner tubes and dyed jute sacks, focusing on upcycling found objects from vulcanizer shops. 

Alake, meaning "One to be honoured" in Yoruba, reflects my practice of naming works after emotions or moments tied to their creation. This is inspired by African naming traditions, where children are named based on circumstances of their birth. As someone with Ewe and Ga heritage, I explore Yoruba and Igbo names due to their linguistic and cultural connections to my background.

Photo: Adam Reich, Courtesy of Mitchell-Innes & Nash, New York.
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