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This book is a toolbox of practical helpful tools in practicing Adiré̩, and a library of the ancestra Why Adiré?

Adiré̩ Ẹlẹ́kọ is a practise unique to Nigeria which is currently under threat of dying out. The Adiré̩ trade, which is practised all over Nigeria, but more commonly in the North, and South-West of Nigeria, has lost popularity to current fashion trends of the West. Adiré̩ Ẹlẹ́kọ specifically, is the use of starch paste made primarily from cassava flour. This style of Adiré̩ was once a form of commu

nication and storytelling. Every pattern has a name and story; often the stories are words of advice from the elders, or a form of documenting social, economic and environmental conditions. Today, we often see these patterns on artwork or modern day printed fabrics. We know these patterns to be authentically Nigerian, yet do not know the meanings. As Nigerian Art becomes a focal point of international alternative investments, it is the perfect time to cease this opportunity to spread the message. By getting the message out there, and making it as widely known and accessible as the Adinkra symbols of Ghana, producers will know the significance of what they are producing. The reality is MANY of those practising Adiré̩ Batik today, or artists incorporating the patterns in artwork, sculptures and contemporary clothing, know only that the patterns are aesthetically pleasing, yet know little about the history. Nigerian observers will be entitled to a sense of pride that their rich culture is being documented and passed on to future generations, and it will give more validation to international investors. Losing our Heritage…

There are only few existing Adiré̩ Ẹlẹ́kọ artists that know the authentic pattern meanings. Those that do, are likely to be above the age of 80, and have no means to document the significance of the patterns. It is unfortunate, as with most of our culturally rich heritage, that in the process of developing, we lose, of suffer from a diluted version of what once existed. The history of Nigeria is often seen through the eyes of the British, as we fail to document our own history. It is my hope to leave behind a creative footprint of knowledge. Currently, there is a lot of information available on Adiré̩ making, but little to no information, on the significance of the patterns. The little there is, are from sources who were not able to provide a full bodied description, just a name - and often, due to the language barrier, it is the wrong name. There are currently no publications existing on the pattern name interpretations; what they stood for? why they hold such significance they needed to be documented? and the advice the elders were trying to pass on.

28/09/2023

2-Day taking place 21st-22nd October in

Visit www.oloriart.com/events for more information and to register

30/04/2023

20/03/2023

NEW DATES ALERT!!!

Dates: 25th-26th March and 1st-2nd April

Venue: Olori Art Foundation (behind Nike Art Gallery Lagos)

All materials are included

Visit www.oloriart.com/events to register

30/01/2023

Our Star Adire Students 🌟

We've been running our 2 day intensive Adire classes (Lagos Edition) for over a year now and when we come across students who are seeing this as an investment (investment of their time, energy, creativity, money), you REALLY see the difference in their work.

We are super proud of their detail and neatness. Their work was 100% to a professional standard, and we can't wait for them to join our advanced class.

If you are willing to invest 2 days to learn a new skill, visit www.oloriart.com/events to register for our 2 day intensive beginners class

24/01/2023

If you missed last week's Batik class, you have another opportunity this weekend to learn Adire. Visit www.oloriart.com/events to find out more about our 2 day intensive course

18/01/2023

We've received ao many DMs about when we're starting back our adire workshops in Lagoa and Abuja.

Lagos, yours is this weekend so head to www.oloriart.com/events to register.

Abuja, you havent been forgotten... we're planning something special for you later in the year.

22/10/2022

LEARN A NEW SKILL THIS NOVEMBER!!!! In just 2 days you will produce your own professional Adire (Batik).

If you love Adire and have always been fascinated by the unique designs and colours that's taking over the fashion industry, look no further! In this intensive beginners class, you will be equipped with the necessary skills and tools to produce Adire independently.

We share everything we know about Adire, we don't believe in keeping knowledge to ourselves, in fact, we practice quite the opposite.

For only N25k be able to practice Adire immediately you finish the course, and you will gain all the tips and tricks of the trade from experts so that you don't have to make the mistakes that many beginners experience.

All of the materials will be provided for you, all you need to do is turn up with your lunch.

For more information on the course, visit www.oloriart.com/events.

09/05/2022

If you've always wanted to learn how to make adire, now is your chance!!

In our 2-day intensive course taking place in , you will be learn Adire Alabela commonly known as batik (wax resisit method) and contemporary tie-dye methods. You will also learn how to cut foam fingers, test and source for materials, mix dyes, apply wax, and you'll get the opportunity to ask all the burning business questions you have such as where to purchase materials, how much does should they cost, how much can you charge when selling etc

Visit www.oloriart.com/events for more information on how to register.

20/02/2022

This is what YOU can learn in under 2 days!!!

Our students continue to impress us week after week 🙌🏽

07/02/2022

Have you tried the bleaching method?

Did you know you can bleach your fabric (applying a number of different techniques to create a beautiful design) and also dye and apply wax?

For more information on our 2-day intensive to visit www.oloriart.com/events

23/01/2022

Another 2day done. Congratulations to our wonderful students who did an amazing job absorbing so much information in a short amount of time and producing such beautiful fabrics!!!! We can't wait to see them again for the advanced class coming up in March.

If you want to join our upcoming workshops, visit www.oloriart.com/events

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