The Onidiri Festival & Hairitage Group Art Exhibition is a unique cultural collaboration celebrating African hair artistry and its deep heritage. Presented in partnership with TayeseAcademy of Arts and Culture, the festival blends live hair styling, performances, and storytelling with the Hairitage Group Art Exhibition, which showcases works by visual artists exploring hair as a symbol of identity, history, and self-expression. Together, we create an immersive platform where tradition meets contemporary creativity, honouring African roots while inspiring new cultural narratives.
Kikelomo Solomon-Ayeni is an experienced Visual Artist, Curator, and Cultural Entrepreneur with a strong background in photography, creative business development, and arts programming across Nigeria and the UK. Founder of Red19 Global, a platform that promotes African artists internationally through exhibitions, portfolio reviews, and brand storytelling.
Racheal Joy Okogie is an award-winning curator. She was recently recognized at the Eko Heritage Awards 2025 for her excellence in curating exhibitions and cultural events. With experience spanning local and international projects, she creates platforms that celebrate African creativity, heritage, and contemporary expression.
