Q+A with visual artist Kip Omolade
Publisher |
Rob Lee
Media Type |
audio
Categories Via RSS |
Arts
Documentary
Society & Culture
Publication Date |
Feb 13, 2023
Episode Duration |
00:41:29

In this episode of The Truth In This Art, Rob Lee interviews Kip Omolade, a talented mixed media artist famous for his marvelous futuristic portraits inspired by his Nigerian heritage who's career began as a graffiti artist while interning at Marvel Comics, and they discuss his career, inspirations and much more. 

About the guest

Born in Harlem, NY Kip Omolade began his art career as a graffiti artist while interning at Marvel Comics and The Center for African Art. He continued his studies at The Art Students League of New York and earned a BFA at the School of Visual Arts.

His work has been exhibited at Opera Gallery, Jonathan LeVine Projects, Joseph Gross Gallery and Art Basel Miami. Good Morning America, Huffington Post, Juxtapoz and Hi-Fructose have also featured his work. Special projects include ESPN, Red Bull, Nike, 2 Chainz, The Versace Mansion, Fantasia Barrino and Sony Music. Kip Omolade's work is in the permanent collections of Viacom and Hallmark Cards.

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The Truth In This Art, hosted by Rob Lee, explores contemporary art and cultural preservation through candid conversations with artists, curators, and cultural leaders about their work, creative processes and the thinking that goes into their creativity. Rob also occasionally interviews creatives in other industries such as acting, music, and journalism. The Truth In This Art is a podcast for artists, art lovers and listeners interested in the creative process.

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