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Omolara Ayoade Ige
Omolara Ayoade Ige: A Voice Carved in Animation and Social Commentary Born in the vibrant metropolis of Lagos, Nigeria, in 1963, Omolara Ayoade Ige – also known as Lara Ige Jacks – has emerged as a compelling voice within contemporary African art. Her journey began not within formal art academies, but through practical experience, initially as a textile designer for Bhojson Industries and later as an assistant studio artist to Ovumaror
o Caller in Mushin, Lagos. These early roles provided invaluable insight into the cultural landscape of Nigeria and honed her observational skills – crucial elements that would later inform the potent social commentary woven throughout her work. It’s this grounding in everyday life, combined with a keen artistic sensibility, that distinguishes Ige's approach to animation and visual storytelling. The Genesis of ‘Damilola Taylor’ and Ea…