IN SHORT

Chief Oyenike Davies-Okundaye has played a vital role in reviving aspects of traditional Nigerian craftwork among the country’s youth. Her work as an artist and a teacher combined with a commitment to positivity and making the most of life has lifted Davies-Okundaye from her humble beginnings. It is a remarkable journey that will continue to inspire young artists locally and internationally. “My art has helped me a lot throughout my life,” she says. “The important thing is to be honest and to have patience, to do your best and know that it will all work out in the end.”