# Black Community-Centric Exhibits Yinka Ilori Spotlights the Creative History of People of Color By Kalin Ned | Published 2019-06-24 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yinka-ilori References: [dezeen](https://www.dezeen.com/2019/06/20/yinka-ilori-somerset-house-get-up-stand-up-exhibition-design/) & [yinkailori](https://yinkailori.com/) Yinka Ilori is a designer that can be easily identified by his signature colorful style. Most recently, he utilized his talent to pay tribute to "half a century of black creativity in the UK," ultimately bringing to the forefront [spectacular manifestations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/colorama) of [art, design, film, fashion, and photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/host-exhibition). The event was held at the Somerset House in London and it was titled 'Get Up, Stand Up Now,' subtly alluding to the possible connotative meanings of the show. Yinka Ilori's event is definitely rooted heavily in the personal and political aspects of each exhibiting artist's experience. The London-based designer creates quite an immersive sensation for visitors with the various [colors and patterns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/what-are-you-looking-at) that contribute to Somerset House's aesthetic. This exhibition will run until September 2019. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.6/10 - Popularity: 63% | Activity: 37% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Black Community-centric Exhibits:** Exhibits centered around black creativity and history, providing a platform for marginalized voices. - **Colorful Design:** Use of bright and bold color schemes to create immersive environments and stand out in crowded markets. - **Intersection of Art and Politics:** Bringing political and personal narratives to the forefront in art exhibits and installations. ### Who This Affects Most - **Art Galleries:** Opportunities for galleries to feature more diverse and inclusive exhibitions, showcasing underrepresented artists and voices. - **Design Industry:** Utilizing colorful and bold designs to differentiate products in competitive markets. - **Film and Photography:** Exploring political and personal narratives through visual mediums, creating a platform for diverse voices to be heard. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Collaborative Bright Textile Wallcoverings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/momentum-collection.md) - [Bright London Typeface Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/good-things-come-to-those-who-wait.md) - [Playful Designer-Made Objects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yinka-ilori-objects.md) - [African Identity-Inspired Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/african-identity.md) - [Racism-Reflecting Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reflection-in-numbers.md) - [Whimsical Pop-Up Cognac Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cognac-bar.md) - [Decorative Gigantic Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yinka-ilori2.md) - [Vibrant Patterned Tile Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yinka-illori-x-domus.md) - [Colorful Boldly Patterned Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yinka-ilori-1.md)