OLABISI ONABANJO UNIVERSITY AGO-IWOYE, FORMAT B CURRICULLUM VITAE AND ANNUAL APPRAISAL SHEET FOR ACADEMIC STAFF FOR FULL APPRAISAL 2016

PART 1: PERSONAL DATA 1. Name: Johnson Olarinde OLADESU 2. Department: Fine and Applied Arts 3. College/Faculty: College of Engineering / Faculty of Environmental Studies, Ibogun Campus 4. Date and Place of Birth: 14th February 1964, Oyan in Osun State 5. Nationality: Nigerian 6. Marital Status: Married 7. No of Children: Two (2) 8. Name & Address of Spouse: Mrs. Oladesu Kehinde.O. No1A Oko Osi Street, Sango Ota, OgunState. 9. Name & Address of Next of Kin: Mrs. Oladesu Kehinde.O.No1A Oko Osi Street, Sango Ota, . 10. Date of First Appointment: 8th January 2004 11 Status of 1st Appointment & Salary: As Assistant Lecturer UASS 2/1 12. Present Position and Salary: Lecturer I / CONUASS 5/1 13. Date of Last Promotion: 1st October 2013 14. Date of Confirmation of Appointment: 28th June 2011 15. If not Confirmed, Why? Nil 16. Period of Present Contract: Nil 17. Total Number years of teaching and Research: (a) Polytechnic/College of Education Nil

(b) University: 13 years

18. Email: [email protected]

1 B. EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND

1. Academic Qualifications/ Institutions Attended (With Dates)

PhD (Painting) Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria 2016

MFA (Painting) Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria 2000

B.A. Fine Arts (Second Class Upper Division) Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria 1997 National Diploma (Upper Credit) The Polytechnic, Ibadan 1989 First Leaving Certificate Saint Charles Gram. Sch. Osogbo. 1996

Middle Sch. Leaving Certificate New Edubiase, Ghana Local Authority 1980 Primary Sch. Leaving Certificate New Edubiase, Ghana Local Authority 1975

2. Current Higher degree Programme Registered for: Nil

3. Awards and Distinction

1. First Nigerian Universities Research And Development Fair Abuja. 2004

2. Chief P.O. Abuede’s Award for Overall Best Student. The Polytechnic, Ibadan. 1989

3. Overall Best Student in General Art. The Polytechnic, Ibadan 1989

4. Chief P.O. Abuede’s Award for Overall Best Student. The Polytechnic, Ibadan. 1988

5. Overall Best Student in Life Drawing. Ahmadu Bello University Zaria Fine Arts Department. 1997

C. WORK EXPERIENCE

1. Previous Work Experience Outside the University System

(1) 1990-1992 Fulltime Studio Artist

(2) 2000-2001 God’s Time Comprehensive Secondary School Zaria. Fine Art Teacher

(3) 2001-2004 Zaria Academy Zaria. Fine Art Teacher

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2. Previous work Experience in Other Universities : Nil

3. Details of Professional Experience at Olabisi Onabanjo University

(i) Teaching Function

2015/ 2016 Harmmattan Semester

Course Code Course Title Units

. FAA 201 History of Art I 2 Units . FAA 203 General Drawing I 2 Units . FAA 213 Introduction to Painting 2 Units . FAA 323 Colour Theory Materials & Medium 2 Units . FAA 325 Studio in Painting 3 Units . FAA 401 Advanced Draftsmanship 3 Units . FAA 403 Art Society and Development 2 Units Total 16 Units

2015/2016 Rain Semester . FAA 202 History of Arts II 2 Units . FAA 212 Aesthetics in Visual Arts 2 Units . FAA 214 Basic Design 2 Units . FAA 306 History of Nigerian Artistic Heritage 2 Units . FAA 324 Colour Theory & Exploration 2 Units . FAA 328 Material & Techniques in Painting 2 Units Total 12 Units

(ii) Research (completed / On-going)

1. Contextualisation of Potholes on Nigerian Roads in Painting – An unpublished thesis, submitted to the Department of Fine Arts, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria. In partial fulfillment of the Requirements for the award Ph.D. (Painting ). Ahmadu Bello University Zaria.- 2016

2. Adapting Butterfly Motifs in Painting. An unpublished thesis, submitted to the Department of Fine Arts, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria. In partial fulfillment of the Requirements for the award Master of Fine Arts (M.F.A.) degree in Painting.2001

3. Transformation of Olumo Rock Site in Painting. An undergraduate Final Year Project submitted to the Department of Fine Arts, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria. In partial fulfillment of the Requirements for the award B.A Fine Arts degree in Painti

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(iii) Administrative Duties and Contribution to the (Department, Faculty, University)

1. Acting Head of Department 2017-

2. Departmental Examination Officer (Fine and Applied Arts) 2007 - 2013

3. Member of Curriculum Development 2006- 2016

4. Member of committee on Landscaping of College of Engineering and Environmental studies 2006 -2016

5. Member of Faculty Curriculum Review committee 2007

6. Member of Public Relations Committee 2005

7. Member of the Task Force on Tuition Fees 2004

Contribution to the University (Brief Description)

1. Donation of Paintings to Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ibogun Campus. 2005

2. A Member of the representatives of Olabisi Onabanjo University at the First Nigerian Universities research and development fair.We took first position at the State level while at the Federal level, we came forth. 2004

3. Donation of Books to Olabisi Onabanjo University Library, Ago-Iwoye. 2004

(iv) Contribution to the Nation.

Donation of Paintings to many hospitals in different parts of the Country. The aim is to make Patients lively in their hospital beds.

The following hospitals have benefited.

(1) Medicare Hospital Sango Ota (2) Faramed Hospital Sango Ota (3) Central Specialist Hospital Ota (4) Hetta Hospital Ota.

D. MEMBERSHIP OF AND REGISTRATION WITH PROFESSIONAL BODIES

1. Member, Society of Nigerian Artist (S.N.A). 1997-2017

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2. Member, Nogh-Nogh Art Movement 1994-2017

3. Member, Ibogun Group of Artists 2004-2017

4. Member, Olumo Art movement 1995-2017

E. PUBLICATIONS

Papers Submitted, Accepted, Published During the Session or Since Last Promotion

(i) Theses

1. J.O. Oladesu (2016). Contextualisation of Potholes on Nigerian Roads in Painting – An unpublished thesis, submitted to the Department of Fine Arts, Ahmadu Bello University,Zaria. In partial fulfillment of the Requirements for the award Ph.D. (Painting). Ahmadu Bello University Zaria.

2. J.O. Oladesu (2002). Adapting Butterfly Motifs in Painting. An unpublished thesis, submitted to the Postgraduate School, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria. In partial fulfillment of the Requirements for the award Master of Fine Arts (M.F.A.) degree in Painting.

3. J.O. Oladesu (1997).Transformation of Olumo Rock Site in Painting.An undergraduate Final Project submitted to the Department of Fine Arts, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria. In partial fulfillment of the Requirements for the award B.A Fine Arts degree in Painting. -1997 ii. Books: Nil

iii. Monographs: Nil

iv. Journal Articles: *Off-shore Papers / Exhibitions

1. J.O. Oladesu (2007). Painting as a Therapeutic Element in Hospitals Journal of Environmental Technology. Olabisi Onabanjo University Ago-Iwoye, Ibogun Campus Nigeria. 1(1): 112-116.ISSN:2276-7010.

2. J.O. Oladesu and T.S. Osayamen (2012). Butterfly Motif: An Inspirational Medium For Painting. Journal of Engineering and Environmental Studies. Olabisi Onabanjo University Nigeria. 3(2): 67 – 72.ISSN:2276-7010.

5 3. S. O. Ogunwole, and J.O. Oladesu (2012). Harnessing Industrial Revolution Through Vocational And Technical Education In Nigeria (J.A.I.) Journal of Arts and Ideas. Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Nigeria.19: 55-65. ISSN: 1118-7328.

*4. B. O. Odufuwa; H. Adedeji ; J.O. Oladesu and A. Bongwa (2012). Floods Of Fury Nigerian Cities. Journal of Sustainable Development; Canadian Center Of Science And Education Canada. 5(7): 69-79.www.ccsenet.or/jsd. ISSN:1913- 9063(Print).ISSN 1913-9071(Online).

5. J.O. Oladesu (2012). Works Of Atiku Jelili Olorunfunmi; Re-Thinking The Definitions Of Art (J.A.I.) Journal of Arts and Ideas.Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Nigeria18: 63-73. ISSN 1118-7328

6. J.O. Oladesu and S.O. Ogunwole (2012). The Link Between Traditional and Contemporary Nigerian Painting. Journal of Engineering and Environmental Studies.Olabisi Onabanjo University Ago-Iwoye, Ibogun Campus. Nigeria. 4 (1):29-32.ISSN:2276-7010.

7. L. Lamidi; S.I. Chafe and J.O.Oladesu (2014). Improvisation and the Use of Recycled Waste Materials in the Art. Abraka Humanities Review; A Journal of the Faculty of Arts. Delta State University Abraka, Nigeria. 6(3) 127-136.ISSN:0795-1639.

8. Damden K.S. and Oladesu J.O. (2014). Students’ Attitude to Life Sculpture Modeling in Fine Arts Department Journal of Research in Arts and Social Science Education. Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria. Nigeria.3:168-176.ISSN:978-236-858-1.

9. J.O Oladesu; K. O. Oladesu and A.I Emodi (2014). The Relevance and Interpretation of Colour in Yoruba Culture (J.A.I.) Journal of Arts and Ideas. Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Nigeria. 22: 27-38. ISSN 1118-7328.

10. J.O. Oladesu and P.O. Gushem (2014). Satirical Composition in Painting Inspired by Pothole Patterns on Nigerian Roads (JOCED ) Journal of Ceramics and Environmental Design. University of Port Harcourt Nigeria. 1:164-174. ISBN 978-2748-09-9.

11. J.O. Oladesu and K.O. Oladesu (2014). Transformation of Butterfly Motifs into Visual Expression in Painting. Nigerian Design Review (JID) Journal of Industrial Design. Ahmadu Bello University Zaria. 3:70-79. ISSN: 2504-9542.Nigeria.

*12. J. Otu; J.O. Oladesu and B. S. Sani (2015). Artistic Activism in Nigeria Art: A Course, a cause. An International Journal of Art and Humanities (IJAH) 4 (2): 209-223. ISSN 2225-8590 (Print). ISSN: 2227-5452(Online) Bahir Dar, University Ethiopia.

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13. J.O. Oladesu and K.N.Danjuma (2015). A Conceptual Exploration of “Potholes in Painting” (T.A.J) Journal of the Faculty of Environmental Studies. University of Uyo. 1:26-32, Nigeria.

14. J. Otu and J.O. Oladesu (2015). Through A Man’s Eye: A woman’s Cartooning Dilemma (Ib.J.Soc.) Ibadan Journal of Sociology. University of Ibadan 2:59-81.Nigeria.

15. K.I. Tijani and J.O. Oladesu (2015). Beyond Paradigms: Children’s Art in Nigeria a Panacea to Socio Economic Empowerment. (JOCED ) Journal of Ceramics and Environmental Design,University of Port Harcourt 2(1,2): 35-44. ISSN: 2505-0095 Nigeria.

16. J.O. Oladesu (2015). Conceptualising Visual Perception of Potholes As a Social Out Cry (JOCED ) Journal of Ceramics and Environmental Design. University of Port Harcourt 2(1,2):60-69. ISSN 2505-0095 Nigeria.

* 17. J.O. Oladesu (2016). Personal Aggrandizement: An Insight into Ben Enwonwu’s Position of Nigerian Art. An International Journal of Art and Humanities (IJAH) 5 (3): 132- 135. ISSN: 2225-8590(Print). ISSN:2227-5452 Bahir Dar University, Ethiopia.

18. J.O. Oladesu and T.O Sobowale (2016). The Philosopical Perception of Potholes in The Works of Juliana Santacruz Herrera, Davide Luciano Daniel Knorr and Johnson Oladesu in a Built Environment. A journal of contemporary art Practice and Theory. Ahmadu Bello University Zaria. (Issue 2016) 181-186 ISSN: 2141-5986 Nigeria.

v. Paper Accepted for Publication (with Letters of Acceptance): Nil.

vi. Contribution to Books (Published Reports in Art Exhibition, Short Communication)

1. J.O. Oladesu (2007) Today’s Technology and Painting, in an Aspects of Visual Form: An Exhibition of Drawing and Paintings in M.A. Oyinloye. Olabisi Onabanjo University Development Fund (OSUDEF) Ago-Iwoye.Ogun State, Nigeria.

vii. Published Conference Proceedings: 1. J.O. Oladesu and O.S. Feyisara (2017) Interpretation of Road Sign and Visual Images in The Built Environment.

viii. Technical Reports: Nil.

ix. Manuscripts Submitted for Publications: Nil.

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xi. Unpublished Conference / Workshop papers and Public Lectures

Workshops

1. Skill Matters (2016) ( No Special Talents Wood Workshop)In Collaboration with The Villagecreativestudios

2. Scapes and Forms Workshop (2014). (Exploratory Materiality) Department of Fine Arts Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria.

Seminar Papers Presented

1. J.O. Oladesu (2015). Painting Patterns Inspired By Nigerian Roads. A Ph.D. Painting 6th Seminar. Presented at Faculty of Environmental Design, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria. 17 pages.

2. J.O. Oladesu (2010). A Study Of Movements And Rhythms In Painting On Nigerian 3efrgvhb Roads .APh.D Painting 1st Seminar/ Critique Presented at Department of Fine

3. J.O. Oladesu (2000). Adapting Butterfly Motifs in painting. An M.F.A seminar Presented at Department of Fine Arts, Ahmadu Bello University. Zaria. 16pages.

F. CONFERENCES WITH DATES AND PAPER READ

(1). J.O. Oladesu and K.I. Tijani (2017). The Life And Works Of Akeem Balogun As A Painter (1960- 2013) Ahmadu Bello University Zaria, Nigeria)27 th-31 th March 2017` *(2). T.O Sobowale and O.J. Oladesu (2017) Creative Welded Metal Art As A Means To Financial Sustainability.17 th Symposium On African Art. University Of Ghana, Legon. Saturday, 12 th August 2017

(3). J.O. Oladesu and O.S. Feyisara (2017) Interpretation Of Road Sign And Visual Images In The Built Environment. Obafemi Awolowo University Ife.

(4). J.O. Oladesu (2006). Professionalism In The Field of Painting: Challenges And Prospects. A Paper Presented at The Golden Jubilee of Zaria Art School in National Development. Ahmadu Bello University Zaria, Kaduna State Nigeria.14 pages

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Major Exhibitions

i . J.O. Oladesu (2016). Painting Patterns Inspired by Potholes on Nigerian Roads Department of Fine Arts. Fine Arts Gallery Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria.

*ii. J.O. Oladesu (2011). RAPEC Organization 1erCongres Pan Africain (Exhhibition of Paintings) Lome, Togo, West Africa. 17th-18th Nov.,2011.

*iii. J.O. Oladesu (2011). SICA Festival 2011. An Exhibition of Paintings. Stars de l’ Integration Culturelle Africaine Souvenir (Martyrs) de Cotonou. Republic of Benin. 21st -27th Nov.2011.

*iv. J.O. Oladesu (2009). SICA Festival 2009.An Exhibition of Paintings. de la Place du Souvenir (Martyrs) de Cotonou. Republic of Benin. 16th-22nd Nov. 2009.

v. J.O. Oladesu (2009). Closures and Enclosures 11th Lagos Book and Art Festival (LABAF) An Exhibition of Paintings. Aina Onobolu Building Igamu, Lagos. Nigeria. 6th-9th Nov.2009

vi. J.O. Oladesu (2009). Calvary Greetings. An Exhibition of Paintings, Drawings and Calligraphy- Writings WNCC, Abeokuta. Ogun State. Nigeria. 11th-14th Aug. 2009.

vii. J.O. Oladesu (2004). Dualism, an Exhibition of Painting and Drawing (An Exhibition Catalogue) National Museum Onikan Lagos, Nigeria. 20pages. 23rd-29th Oct. 2004. viii. J.O. Oladesu (2003). Exhibition of Paintings (Commonwealth’s People market (CPM) Behind Shehu Musa Yar’Adua Centre Abuja, Nigeria. 1st-7thDec. 2003 ix. J.O. Oladesu (2000). Butterflies Paintings. Kashim Ibrahim Library. Ahmadu Bello University Zaria. Nigeria. 21st-27th Nov. 2000.

Joint Exhibitions

i. Oladesu J.O.(2016) in October Rain The Society of Nigerian Artists, an exhibition in Memory of Samuel Olagbaju

ii. Endorse Art Education Seminar and Art Exhibition of Contemporary Nigerian Art.

9 Organised By Divine Concept Art Gallery, Nigeria In Conjunction with Indigo Ink Studios, Canada and Society of Nigerian Artists (SNA) Ogun State. P.44, 2016.

iii. [Openspace]Exhibition. African Patrons Cup Polo Tournament Fifth Chukker Polo & Country Club KM 2 Kaduna- Jos Road Maraban Jos Kaduna,20th October -31th October,2015 Nigeria.

*iv . Oladesu J.O. in Imago Mundi Project (2014). Nigeria/ Roots Contemporary Artists from Nigeria. pp 332-333. 2015. Italy v. Festival of Creativity- (2012).An Exhibition of Paintings, Sculpture, Ceramics, Textiles and Drawings in Honour of Dr.Kunle Filani. Federal Collage of Education (FCE) Abeokuta Ogun State.Nigeria. 8th-15th August, 2012.

vi. Beyond the words.10th Lagos Book and Art Festival National Theater. Lagos, Nigeria.

7th-9th November.2008. vii. End Extreme Poverty Now .An Exhibition of Drawings, Paintings, Photographs And Sculptures. House of Assembly Alausa, Ikeja, Lagos state, Nigeria. 13th December, 2007. viii. Standing Against Poverty (International Millennium Development Goals Exhibition) United Nations’ Information Centre. Lagos, Nigeria. 17th October, 2007. ix. Talents Art and Craft. Exhibition. National Museum, Onikan, Lagos, Nigeria. 26th November, 2004. x. Opening Glee an exhibition by Ibogun Group of Artists at Gateway Hotel Ota. 4th-10th December.2004. xi. Nogh-Nogh Art Group. Exhibition of Found Forms (Environmental Informs Creativity) 11th-12th October, 2002

xii. Orisa The Bridge Between Brazil and Abeokuta, Brazilian Embassy, Lagos. Nigeria. 23rd April,1998.

xiii. Memorial Exhibition of (Gani Odutokun. Prof. L.T. Bentu and Prof.S.I.Wangboje) Kashim Ibrahim Library. Ahmadu Bello University Zaria. Nigeria. 20th-24th October, 1998. xiv. Homage (An Art Exhibition in Honour of Prof.Jimo Akolo). Kashim Ibrahim Library. Ahmadu Bello University Zaria, Nigeria. 22nd-28th May, 1998 xv. Myriads Of Expressions. Nogh-Nogh Art Group. Fine Arts Department. Ahmadu Bello University Zaria Kashim Ibrahim Library. March.1994

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G. CONTRIBUTIONS TO NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL LIFE

1. Within the University:

1. A Member of committee on Landscaping of College of Engineering and Environmental Studies Ibogun Campus.

2. Outside the University:

1. A Juror for Peace Poster Contest. Organised by International Association of Lions Club. 2016

2. A resource person for Corona Secondary School Career Day Lagos 2015

3. A speaker on “Delivering to the Future” at a Career Day, Corona Secondary School Lagos. 2013

*4. International Subject Panel Meeting for The Development of WASSCE Syllabus for Painting and Decoration. Nigeria. 2012

5. National Working Party Meeting for The Development of Trade Subject Syllabus for Painting and Decoration (WAEC). Nigeria. 2012

*6. International Moderating Committee of West African Examination Council Examination Council held in Accra, Ghana. 2012

*7. A guest Artist representing Nigeria at 7th SICA FESTIVAL. Cotonou, Republic of Benin 2011

*8. A member of International Panel Meeting for the Development of Syllabuses for Senior Schools in Accra, Ghana (WAEC) 2010

*9. A guest Artist representing Nigeria at 5th SICA FESTIVAL. Cotonou, Republic of Benin. 2009

23rd October 2017 Signature Date

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