Adébayo Bolaji merges figuration with abstraction to build allegorical compositions steeped in, symbolism, metaphor, and psychological depth. Dynamic profiles emerge from a kaleidoscope of fragmented forms and radiant color, evoking a dreamlike space charged with chaos and movement. Drawing from history, anthropology, religion, and popular culture, Bolaji develops a symbolic visual language to probe questions of identity, power, and cultural memory.

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Adébayo Bolaji is a multi-disciplinary artist living and working in London. At the centre of his practice is the dialogue of change and metaphysical conversations on what it means to surrender to "let go". Bolaji has exhibited internationally in London, Zurich, Berlin and New York. He has participated in artist residencies including Yinka Shonibare MBE Guest Projects (2017) and recent residencies in New York, Margate, and, Jaipur, India. Bolaji had a two-person exhibition at London's Saatchi Gallery, and in 2024 a significant solo museum show at the Arnolfini in Bristol, showcasing his work in two floors of the museum space. His work has been featured in prominent publications along with speaking engagements at renowned institutions such as Mall Galleries London and Penn State University.

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He is a published poet, a theatre director (Park Theatre London) and founder of Ex Nihilo Theatre Group, having a degree with the Central School of Speech and Drama, and a Law degree from London Guildhall University. In 2021, Bolaji was commissioned to create a 3m x 3m permanent public sculpture for the new Central Plaza Park in Acton Gardens, saw its unveiling in October 2023.

In 2025 Bolaji’s painting “Time and Place” was revealed for Darlington’s 200th anniversary, being positioned in the new waiting room to celebrate the train station being the first steam train in the world for passengers and goods.