About this Event
Hosted by UAL’s Black Creatives Hub, join us for an evening with Adwoa Botchey and Solomon Adebiyi, the multi-award-winning creative duo behind Adeche Atelier. They will share their creative journey and explore how African mythology, folklore and culture are represented in contemporary art and media.
The histories, cultures and stories of Black communities are often overlooked. This event offers an opportunity to learn about the rich narratives, deities and spiritual systems that shaped Africa before colonisation. Adeche Atelier invites audiences of all backgrounds to reconnect with the depth and diversity of African storytelling and to reimagine the continent’s past, present and future with pride.
About Adeche Atelier
Adeche Atelier are celebrated storytellers, artists and content creators who have spent the past 5 years redefining how African mythology, folklore and culture are represented in contemporary art and media.
Winners of the ITV bCreator Awards: Canon Best Original Content Creator and recipients of the All Things Africa Cultural Vanguard Award, they are widely recognised for advancing cultural literacy and championing overlooked narratives.
Known for their distinctive practice of painting every piece simultaneously, their work is deeply rooted in African spiritual systems, oral traditions and heritage. Together, they aim to dismantle long-held misconceptions around African mythology and spirituality; offering bold, beautiful reimaginings that educate and inspire.
Their work spans canvas, podcasting and content creation. They have been commissioned by major institutions including Tate Modern, Tate Britain, The National Gallery London, BBC Arts, the Fitzwilliam Museum Cambridge and EA Games in collaboration with Black Girl Gamers. They have also produced digital content for The Walker Art Gallery in Liverpool and The Hayward Gallery, helping to invite and engage more diverse audiences into these spaces.
This event is open to UAL students, alumni, staff and external audiences, offering an opportunity to learn, engage and explore these narratives and bring light to the untold stories of the Black community.
Agenda
5:45 PM - 6:15 PM - Guest arrivals, registration and refreshments
6:15 PM - 6:30 PM - Introductions and opening speeches
6:30 PM – 7:15 PM – Talk from Adeche
7:45 PM - 8:05 PM - Q&A
8:05 PM - 8:15 PM - Closing remarks
8:15 PM - 9:00 PM - Refreshments and networking
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Central Saint Martins, LVMH E003, 1 Granary Square, London, United Kingdom
GBP 0.00
