Rwanda
Artist: Michael Kayode Olasoji & Daphrose Ndakoze
* 1959 in Osogbo
1975-80: High School in Lagos, Graduated with G.C.E. Grade level 03
1980-83: Studied to become Graphics Artist in the Federal Office in Lagos
1985-88: Attended Yaba College in Lagos
Lives in Berlin since 1991
Languages: English, German, Yoruba
Interpretation
My work on the painting was supported by Mrs. Daphrose Ndakoze, who is keen to contribute towards improving Rwanda's image in addition to representing her beloved country on an international level.
The aim of this work is to present the world of the Country of a Thousand Mountains, Rwanda. The tree symbolizes the three Rwandan tribes. The heart made of leaves on the tree is to illustrate that "together, with love, the people of Rwanda may manage to peacefully build a great nation."
The other works on the bear show the nature, culture and agriculture of Rwanda. These are what the loving and warm-hearted people of Rwanda welcome you with.
Michael Kayode Olasoji
Sponsor: UBB-Förderkreis