Sola Olulode
Biography
Sola Olulode (born 1996, London, UK) is a British-Nigerian artist known for her expressive figurative paintings that explore themes of identity, love, and community, particularly within Black and queer experiences. Working primarily with oil, indigo dye, and natural pigments on canvas, Olulode's dreamlike compositions celebrate intimacy and togetherness, often featuring fluid, intertwined figures rendered in rich, textured layers. Her work has been exhibited in major galleries across the UK, including the Tate and the Saatchi Gallery, and has been acquired by notable collections. Olulode has gained significant recognition in the contemporary art market, with her paintings frequently sought after by collectors. As a rising star in the British art scene, she continues to expand her practice, incorporating elements of printmaking and textile techniques into her distinctive visual language.
