Artsy's July 2026 Artists on Radar: Kayode Ojo and Iris Yehong Mao
In its July 2026 installment of 'Artists on Our Radar,' Artsy showcases five noteworthy artists who have recently attracted attention through new gallery affiliations, exhibitions, auctions, art fairs, or innovative works on the platform. Among these is Kayode Ojo (b. 1990, Cookeville, Tennessee), a New York-based artist recognized for his sculptures and installations. His captivating assemblages delve into themes of social status, consumerism, and wealth signaling, frequently utilizing affordable fast fashion items such as faux fur coats and costume jewelry. Ojo's works, 'Stillpass Zoe Kaia Mango (Wyndham, HK)' and 'Silver Taldrex HK,' are available at M+M Gallery for ¥90,000 each. Also included is Iris Yehong Mao, whose piece 'Let life be beautiful like summer flowers, 2026' is featured at LATITUDE Gallery New York. This series leverages Artsy’s data and art expertise to highlight influential artists from the previous month.
Key facts
- Artsy's 'Artists on Our Radar' is a monthly series for July 2026.
- The series highlights five artists based on Artsy data and art expertise.
- Kayode Ojo was born in 1990 in Cookeville, Tennessee.
- Kayode Ojo lives and works in New York City.
- Ojo is known for sculpture and installation exploring social status and consumerism.
- Ojo's works 'Stillpass Zoe Kaia Mango (Wyndham, HK)' and 'Silver Taldrex HK' are at M+M Gallery.
- Each of Ojo's listed works is priced at ¥90,000.
- Iris Yehong Mao's work 'Let life be beautiful like summer flowers, 2026' is at LATITUDE Gallery New York.
Entities
Artists
- Kayode Ojo
- Iris Yehong Mao
Institutions
- Artsy
- M+M Gallery
- LATITUDE Gallery New York
Locations
- Cookeville, Tennessee
- New York City
- New York
Sources
- Artsy —