About Us
Bridging the gap between African artists and collectors worldwide, Piece Unique fosters connections and cultural exchange both within the rich and vibrant African art community as well as internationally.
Empowering African Artists
PieceUnique is an artist agency dedicated to supporting and empowering African artists by disrupting the traditional gallery model and offering an all-encompassing consultancy that provides the tools needed for artists to reach their full potential, while preserving their artistic integrity. Founded by Oluwole Omoefemi and Bayo Akande, PieceUnique and its network plays a vital role in uncovering talent from Africa and bringing it to new audiences worldwide, fostering connections and cultural exchange, in and out of the continent.
At PieceUnique Limited, our mission is to provide comprehensive artist management and art consultancy services that guide, support, and elevate African visual artists. We are committed to nurturing both emerging talents and established creators, ensuring that their unique voices resonate across a global canvas.
We are dedicated to providing comprehensive artist management and art consultancy services to empower African visual artists to launch their international careers while preserving their artistic integrity.
We aim to help artists through:
We aim to help artists through:
Tailored and expert mentorship
Our team brings a wealth of experience in artist management and art consultancy. We provide tailored advice and strategies to propel emerging and more established artists toward their goals.
Curated exhibitions
Our selection of artists for each exhibition celebrates the unique individuality of African artists.
Global reach
Our commitment to promoting African visual artists extends beyond borders. Our strong international network ensures artists will reach audiences worldwide.
Branding support
We want to enable artists to seize opportunities and expand their reach beyond traditional gallery models, by helping them build a strong brand for their artistry with different tools: partnerships, merchandising and a digital presence.
Residency for African Artists
Piece Unique offers an enriching residency experience for African artists in the heart of Ibadan, Nigeria. Our vibrant space nurtures creativity by providing artists with dedicated time, a supportive environment, and the chance to collaborate with both emerging and renowned figures in the art world.
Artists-in-residence are housed in a communal building, fostering a unique atmosphere of innovation, cultural exchange, and artistic growth. As they work on their projects, they gain fresh perspectives and develop meaningful connections that inspire their future endeavors.
Artists-in-residence are housed in a communal building, fostering a unique atmosphere of innovation, cultural exchange, and artistic growth. As they work on their projects, they gain fresh perspectives and develop meaningful connections that inspire their future endeavors.
The Founders
Oluwole Omofemi and Bayo Akande co-founded PieceUnique with a vision to transform the African art scene. Drawing on their deep understanding of the challenges artists face, they built an agency that prioritizes authentic expression and empowers artists to push beyond conventional boundaries.
Their platform blends mentorship, business expertise, and art management, connecting local talent with international opportunities. Together, they aim to elevate African art, foster a vibrant creative community, and build a sustainable ecosystem where artists can flourish while reshaping global perceptions of African art.
Their platform blends mentorship, business expertise, and art management, connecting local talent with international opportunities. Together, they aim to elevate African art, foster a vibrant creative community, and build a sustainable ecosystem where artists can flourish while reshaping global perceptions of African art.