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Muyiwa Akinwolere (b.1976) is a contemporary Nigerian artist. He studied art in the Obafemi Awolowo University, in 1999. Muyiwa’s artistic journey began from the ancient town of Oshogbo,where he had his primary education. There, he became fascinated with the works of Sussane Wenger and a number of artists of the Osogbo art school. Muyiwa’s early practice was centered around Yoruba mythology and the workings of the supernatural. Muyiwa incorporates a combination of dyes and recycled materials in his mixed- media process. Muyiwa has exhibited both locally and internationally.