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ÌWỌ̀RỌ̀ The Groom

Digital artwork / 2026

A contemporary digital portrait celebrating Yoruba identity, tradition and ceremonial dress.

ÌWỌ̀RỌ̀ (The Groom) by Ajiese: a Yoruba groom in a yellow and cream agbada and fila with a long coral bead necklace, his face built from bold geometric shapes, against a pale patterned background.
ÌWỌ̀RỌ̀ (The Groom), 2026. Digital artwork. © Christopher Balogun

About the work

ÌWỌ̀RỌ̀ is a contemporary digital portrait celebrating Yoruba identity, tradition and ceremonial dress. The work depicts a Yoruba groom dressed in traditional wedding attire, with elements such as the fila, agbada and coral beads forming an important part of his visual identity.

Through bold geometric forms, simplified features and a striking composition, the portrait explores how clothing and adornment communicate heritage, status and belonging. It presents traditional Yoruba dress through a contemporary visual language, bringing cultural expression into a modern artistic context.

Exhibitions

  • IFA 2026 Visual Arts Exhibition Ibadan 2026 Selected artist