SACRED ART OF THE ORI

Láolú's unique technique, which he also coined as the Sacred Art of the Orí is based on the Yoruba religious practice of becoming one with yourself or awakening the God in you (Orí). Láolú's influence creating this artistic approach came from his paternal Grandmother who strongly impacted his life and his Art. During the Orí creation process, Láolú connects with his subject's ori sha (soul) and utilizes the negative space of the subject as the "paint." With Láolú's Sacred Art of the Orí, he engages in a cathartic experience with his muse. They connect their minds, bodies, souls on a higher level. He paints their sprit and soul from that connection. It breathes life into the both of them. The result is an external reflection of the subject's inner essence. His sacred adornment has made an appearance on Beyonce’s most iconic visual album “Lemonade”. His muse—canvas also include Serena Williams, J. Balvin, Burna Boy, Swizz Beatz, Alicia Keys and many more.

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“EVERYTHING IS MY CANVAS”

Láolú is guided by the idea that all things; be it paper, walls, people, buildings, cars, you name it — are his canvas. By placing his artwork on just about any and everything he can get his hands on, Láolú seeks to leave a part of his art and Yoruba heritage wherever he goes.

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AFROMYSTERICS

Láolú has brought Yoruba patterns and Nigerian symbols to the forefront of cultural consciousness. In the process, he coined term, "Afromysterics" to define it all. A lot of his art is a language; a type of code that interprets the mystery of the African thought pattern, through his paint brush and unto the canvas. Each piece takes you on a mesmerizing journey that weds Yoruba mythology to our human consciousness. Laolu often combines this technique with his Sacred Art of the Ori to achieve his great visions.