Kunle Adegborioye, born in Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria, is a distinguished artist and printmaker. He completed his OND in Fine Art at The Polytechnic in Ibadan, followed by an HND in Fine Art at Yaba College of Technology in Lagos. He furthered his education with an MA in Printmaking from the University of the Arts, Camberwell in London.
Throughout his career, Kunle has been recognised with several prestigious awards, including the Didi Award for Best Student in Painting, the Fasuyi Award for Best Student in Pictorial Composition, the Yagil Award for the all-around Best Student in Painting, the Yusuf Grillo Award for the Most Deserving Student in the School of Art, Design, and Printing, and the St. Bartholomew Award for Printmaking.
Kunle is an active member of several esteemed art organisations, including the Nigerian Society of Artists, East London Printmakers, the Nigerian Society of Art UK, and The Alpha Art Group in Nigeria. Professionally, he has served as the N. S. Controller at Victoria Coach Station in London.
Kunle’s artistic contributions are significant, marked by numerous group exhibitions worldwide, such as the International Art Exhibition in Rome, the Society of American Women Exhibition in Lagos, the 5th International Water Colour Exhibition in France, and various shows in London, Berlin, and the United States. His work has been featured in exhibitions organised by the Nigerian Art Society UK, including “Nigeria at 100,” “Ariya: A Celebration of Colour,” and “Aurora.”
His solo exhibitions, including “Heritage” in Ibadan, “From A Distance” in London, “Melting Pot” at the Commonwealth Institute in London, and “My Journey” in Chicago, showcases his deep exploration of cultural themes and contemporary issues. More recent solo shows, such as “En-masse, Colours, and Crescendo” in London, “My Voice” at Nike Arts Gallery in Lagos, and “Tomorrow Never Dies” at the same venue, continue to highlight his evolving artistic vision.
Kunle Adegborioye’s dedication to his craft and significant contributions to the art world underscore his commitment to fostering creativity and cultural dialogue through his impactful work.
