Yinka Ilori Objects Launches the Ojukokoro Collection
Kalina N — November 8, 2023 — Art & Design
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Yinka Ilori, a British-Nigerian artist, designer, and entrepreneur, has announced a new collection called 'Ojukokoro' under his designer object brand, Yinka Ilori Objects (YIO). The collection features limited-edition Basketball designs and corresponding T-ShirtsYinka Ilori, a British-Nigerian artist, designer, and entrepreneur, has announced a new collection called 'Ojukokoro' under his designer object brand, Yinka Ilori Objects (YIO). The collection features limited-edition Basketball designs and T-shirts.
'Ojukokoro' draws inspiration from the Yoruba concept of greediness transforming into mindfulness. Yinka Ilori Objects embodies this concept through the use of bright colors and engaging patterns—a hallmark of Ilori's approach to design.
Yinka Ilori's mission with YIO is to transform everyday objects into vessels of narrative and culture that connect people through art and design. The Ojukokoro Basketball, for example, pays homage to Ilori's childhood and celebrates individuality and community.
Image Credit: Kane Hulse
'Ojukokoro' draws inspiration from the Yoruba concept of greediness transforming into mindfulness. Yinka Ilori Objects embodies this concept through the use of bright colors and engaging patterns—a hallmark of Ilori's approach to design.
Yinka Ilori's mission with YIO is to transform everyday objects into vessels of narrative and culture that connect people through art and design. The Ojukokoro Basketball, for example, pays homage to Ilori's childhood and celebrates individuality and community.
Image Credit: Kane Hulse
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