Originals, objects, and lessons from Lagos·@art_by_leso

ORÉNI by Tosin
Tosin in the studio, in front of the paintings

LAGOS, NIGERIA

The artist

I am a multidisciplinary artist from Nigeria, known for my vibrant and bold artistic style. My work draws inspiration from the effects of the economy on people, everyday experiences, and the richness of African culture.

I believe creativity is a gift from God, one that must be continuously nurtured, explored, and practiced.

Through painting, mixed media and other creative forms, I explore colour, details, shapes, patterns, people and everyday experiences, transforming them into works that communicate emotion, identity, culture and perspective.

My art is an expression of my world.

THE HOUSE

ORÉNI by Tosin

A creative house where a painting can become a textile, a vessel, a room, or a garment, without leaving the colour that began it.

  • Paintings

    Originals, one of each, from the Lagos studio.

  • Objects

    Cloth, vessels, and pieces made to live in a house.

  • Classes

    Small groups, online or in the studio.

  • Rooms

    Work planned with designers, hotels, and residences.

The studio table in north light

Selected works

All originals