Damien Ajavon

Based between Noresund and Skien, Damien Ajavon (b.1990, they/them) is an Afropean textile artist originally from Paris. Their work explores the tactile manipulation of textile fibers, with a creative process deeply influenced by the interplay of visual and sensory experiences. Drawing on African and Western influences, Damien tells compelling stories through textiles.
Driven by a search for identity and a connection to home, origin, and spirit, Damien has gained significant international visibility across Europe, Africa, North America, and South America. Recently, they completed a Master’s in Textiles at the National Academy of the Arts in Oslo, where they honed a range of specialized skills.
Damien’s work has been featured in group and solo exhibitions as well as artist residencies across North America, Europe, and Africa. Their work is part of Oslo municipality’s public collection, recognizing Damien’s contribution to contemporary textile art.
Rooted in their heritage and shaped by African and Western cultures and the queer community, Damien’s practice with textiles serves as a medium for culturally representative pieces that merge generations of African craftsmanship with diasporic and transoceanic perspectives.
At the core of Damien’s work is a desire to merge cultures and create something new and beautiful. As a dedicated textile artist, their creations are a testament to personal exploration and a passion for sharing stories through the transformative power of textiles.