
Olayinka Temilade was born in 2002 in Kwara State, Nigeria. She is a textile artist who works with unique colors and various types of thread to create intricate effects and textures in her work, aiming for a realistic painting style. Beginning her artistic journey at a young age, her early passion evolved into a dedicated career pursuit. Olayinka is an exceptionally talented artist, with strengths rooted in her draftsmanship skills and creative use of thread.
She honed her skills through a blend of natural talent, formal education, and practical experience. Olayinka graduated with a B.A. (Ed) in Fine and Applied Arts from Adeyemi Federal University of Education, Ondo State, in 2023.
As an artist, she strives to create art that connects deeply with the human sense of critical thinking. Reflecting on the beauty and complexity of being human, she seeks to transcend the limitations of words and speak directly to the soul. An introspective individual, Olayinka uses her artwork as a limitless avenue for self-expression. She explores and articulates various aspects of life, including diverse lifestyles, emotions, struggles, strengths, and the unparalleled perseverance of Africans, as well as their inherent beauty, which is often left unspoken.