At just 27 years old, visual artist Ife Olowu has carved out a unique niche for himself by seamlessly integrating augmented reality (AR) into his artwork. As the CEO of House of Designs, Olowu’s journey in the realm of art began at a tender age, influenced by his experiences at his parents’ workplace at the Yaba College of Technology.
Olowu’s work transcends traditional artistic boundaries. By incorporating augmented reality technology into his paintings and drawings, he creates a new type of art that blurs the lines between the physical and digital worlds. His pieces come alive, inviting viewers to explore beyond the canvas. Olowu aptly calls his approach “Art of the Future.” This name resonates with him because it represents the unique vision he brings to his craft. Through AR, he transforms static images into dynamic experiences, challenging conventional notions of what art can be. His work invites us to consider the possibilities of technology as a means of creative expression.
Imagine standing before one of Olowu’s paintings. As you scan it with your smartphone, layers of digital content emerge. Birds take flight, colors shift, and hidden stories unfold. Olowu’s art becomes an interactive journey, bridging the gap between the tangible and the virtual. One of Olowu’s notable pieces features the Alhambra, the iconic palace and fortress in Granada, Spain. Through AR, he breathes life into its intricate architecture, allowing viewers to explore its courtyards, gardens, and hidden chambers. As the device moves, the Alhambra reveals its secrets, connecting past and present. Olowu’s work challenges to rethink art’s boundaries.
His pieces invite to engage actively, to question, and to reimagine. As technology evolves, so does artistic landscape. Olowu’s “Art of the Future” represents a new direction — one that embraces innovation and celebrates the ever-evolving nature of our world.
Olowu’s unique approach has garnered attention worldwide. From interviews with BBC News to features on CNN, his work resonates with audiences seeking fresh perspectives. As he continues to push artistic boundaries, Ife Olowu stands at the forefront of a creative revolution—one where art and technology converge. Ife Olowu’s fusion of art and augmented reality invites to explore beyond the canvas, to step into a world where imagination knows no bounds. This birth of a new artistic era, Olowu’s vision inspires to embrace the future — one brushstroke, one pixel at a time.
