Oluwole Omofemi (born in 1988), whose full name is Godwin Oluwole Omofemi, is an internationally acclaimed artist from Ibadan, Nigeria. His artistic journey is deeply rooted in his childhood and the social realities that surrounded him, with his personal experiences serving as a central source of inspiration. Drawn to drawing from an early age, he developed a practice focused on the representation of the human figure, which he considers a powerful vehicle for memory and emotion.
Working primarily in oil and acrylic, Omofemi explores African art as a space for storytelling, transmission, and social reflection. A graduate of The Polytechnic, Ibadan, he has exhibited at the National Museum in Ibadan and the Alliance Française, as well as in numerous galleries in Nigeria and internationally, notably in Europe and Ghana. His widely collected works reflect an engaged vision of art as a tool for dialogue, social awareness, and the celebration of African identity.
In recent years, his work has achieved significant results on the international auction market, notably at Christie’s in New York and Phillips in London, with sales reaching $120,000, $150,000, and €136,486. These results further confirm the growing recognition of his work and his rising standing on the international art market.