Essel Aidoo is a New York City based visual artist, working across ceramic sculpture, fashion styling, and art direction.
Rooted in his upbringing in Ghana, and shaped by his life in New York City, Essel’s work reflects the layered cultural, environmental, and political experiences that have defined his path. His practice moves fluidly between mediums, always grounded in materiality, storytelling, and emotional resonance.
Essel’s ceramic work draws inspiration from fleeting moments in everyday life. He explores the tension and harmony between nature and urban life, crafting sculptural pieces that merge function with feeling. Organic shapes, rich textures, and earth-toned palettes echo the grounding calm of nature, within everyday spaces. This desire to reconnect with nature deepened while working in furniture retail and design consultation, where he saw firsthand the ways people seek comfort and meaning in the spaces they inhabit.
In tandem, his work as a fashion stylist explores the elegance and beauty of culture and our shared human interconnectedness. Through considered styling and art direction, he approaches clothing as a sculptural medium and a form of visual storytelling. Considerations such
as silhouette, texture, and palette often overlap with his ceramic designs, creating a shared visual and material language across disciplines. Together, these practices form a cohesive and unified aesthetic.
For commissions, portfolio requests, or bookings, please contact: me.eaidoo@gmail.com
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