Featured Artist Abass Ogunniran(London)
As an artist working in fashion illustration, my passion is to capture the essence of fashion and translate it into a visual language that resonates with the viewer. From the contours of a garment’s silhouette to the nuances of color and texture, I seek to convey the energy and beauty of fashion in my art.
With my illustrations, I aim to capture the story behind each design, whether it’s the cultural inspiration or the craftsmanship of the garment.
My ultimate goal as a fashion illustrator is to bridge the gap between fashion and art. Through my work, I hope to not only highlight the fashion industry’s creativity and diversity, but also spark conversations about the role of fashion in society and culture. Whether I’m illustrating couture gowns or streetwear, I strive to evoke the emotions, experiences, and aspirations that fashion brings to our lives. I believe that fashion illustration is not just a means of recording the past, but also a way of shaping the future.
As a fashion artist, I am constantly exploring the boundaries of textile design and fabric manipulation to create unique and engaging pieces that push the limits of contemporary fashion. My work draws inspiration from both traditional craft techniques and modern technological innovations, resulting in a hybrid aesthetic that combines the beauty of handcrafted craftsmanship with the efficiency and precision of digital processes.
Through my garments, I hope to challenge preconceived notions of fashion, pushing against the status quo and exploring new possibilities for self-expression through clothing.
My ultimate goal as a fashion artist is to foster a more sustainable and ethical fashion industry, one that values individual creativity and the artistry of craftsmanship over mass-produced, disposable fashion. By emphasizing quality, durability, and timelessness, I hope to encourage consumers to invest in garments that will stand the test of time, both in terms of their aesthetic appeal and their environmental impact.
In my work, I aim to create pieces that are not only beautiful and innovative, but that also reflect a sense of personal history and cultural heritage. Through my fashion art, I seek to create a dialogue between the past and the present, the traditional and the modern, the handcrafted and the digital. By blending these seemingly disparate elements, I hope to create a new form of fashion that transcends boundaries and offers a fresh perspective on the ways in which we dress and express ourselves.
Ultimately, I see fashion as an opportunity to tell stories and share ideas, to challenge preconceptions and encourage critical thinking. I hope that my work will inspire others to think differently about fashion and its role in shaping our society and our world. As a fashion artist, I also believe that fashion has the potential to be a powerful tool for social change and activism. Through my work, I aim to challenge traditional notions of gender, identity, and power dynamics, using fashion as a means of subverting societal norms and promoting inclusivity and diversity.
I believe that fashion can be a means of protest and resistance, a way of reclaiming our bodies and our identities from the limiting and restrictive forces of mainstream culture. By creating fashion that defies convention, we can challenge the status quo and create a more just and equitable world. In addition to my work as a fashion artist, I also believe that it is important to educate and empower others to embrace their own creativity and self-expression. Through workshops, lectures, and community events, I hope to inspire others to take charge of their own fashion identities and challenge the fashion industry to be more inclusive and sustainable.
Ultimately, I believe that fashion is a medium for self-expression and self-discovery, a way of exploring the complexities and contradictions of our lives. By embracing the possibilities of fashion, we can create a more vibrant and diverse world that celebrates individuality and creativity.
Finally, I believe that fashion art has the power to transform the way we think about clothing and the body. By pushing the boundaries of what is considered fashionable, we can create new forms of beauty that defy conventional standards of attractiveness and desirability.
By embracing fashion as an art form, we can create a new language of style that celebrates the complexity and diversity of human experience. Through fashion, we can challenge the norms and biases of mainstream culture, creating a more inclusive and equitable world for all.
