ABOUT

Mobolaji Ayeni (b. 1992) is a Nigerian-American visual artist, designer, and writer based in Detroit.

His work explores memory, identity, and the strength of bonds between people. Drawing from family photos, human history and cultural objects, he creates visual narratives that reflect on intimate and collective experiences.

Through his works, he engages with the warmth and complexity of relationships, from kinship ties to broader connections across continents.

EXHIBITIONS

2025 From Africa to Detroit: An Exploration of the Diaspora Norwest Gallery, Detroit MI

Photo Credit: Justine Castle