"Adeniyi-Jones' artistic approach emerges from what he describes as 'cultural addition, combination, and collaboration.' His Yoruba heritage is a central influence, serving as a wellspring for the dynamic interplay between tradition and modernity that characterizes his works."
"These figures appear to dance across the canvas, their expressive gestures embodying movement as a form of resistance and self-expression. This emphasis on dance underscores the artist's exploration of Black identity as a fluid, plural experience that defies restrictive definitions."
"The exhibition's backdrop is just as significant as its central figures. Foliate patterns and sinuous blooms recall the ornate details of the Arts and Crafts movement, creating a rhythmic dialogue between the foreground and background."
"In Immersions, Adeniyi-Jones turns his attention to spatial composition, dissolving painted bodies into layered, abstracted forms. The artist draws inspiration from Seoul's misty landscapes and cultural symbology."
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