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Yusuf Etudaiye is a Contemporary African artist, Born in
Nigeria on the west coast of Africa. At the age o f 19, came to the U.S. To
study. Went to school at Northern Oklahoma College in Tonkawa, Oklahoma and
later transferred to Oklahoma State University where
he studied Art.
Etudaiye has worked as a studio potter with a group o f
artist at the Earth, Fire, and Spirit Pottery
Studio in the small town o f Canton, Oklahoma Etudaiye Potter Studio is now
located in McAlester, Oklahoma. He looks at art, "not just as a
matter of talent but rather a process of evolution". His Christian
background has influenced his ability to be patient which is also evident in
his pottery. This also accounts for the strong sense o f African culture in
his work.
Etudaiye has participated in competitive Art Festivals in various parts o f
the nation, both regional and national. He has participated in shows such as
the International Festival o f the Arts in Houston, Texas, River Fest in
Little Rock, Arkansas, Three Rivers Arts Festival in Pittsburgh,
Pennsylvania, Tulsa International May Fest, Mosaics in Missouri and the
National Black Arts Festival o f Atlanta, Georgia.
Etudaiye has won numerous cash awards and ribbons in various levels and all
over the nation.
His products are lead free, all are utilitarian products that are useable in
both conventional and microwave oven and are dishwasher safe. |