DESIGN TOOLS:
•Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator •Microsoft Office Suite •Mockups &Presentations
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS
•Textile/garment Construction, weaving, embroidery, sewing
•Cross-Functional Collaboration •Research-led design
SURFACE AND TEXTILE DESIGN
•Surface design for multiple products •Color Theory & Accessibility
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Innovative Textile & Surface Designer with expertise in blending traditional textile techniques with digital design technologies. Skilled in sustainable design, eco-friendly practices, and culturally inspired textiles. Experienced across academia, research, and industry, with a strong record of teaching, creative direction, and exhibition participation.
EDUCATION
Master of Fine Arts in Textile Design (Expected 2026)
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, IL
Post Graduate Diploma in Education (GPA: 3.72/4.0)
National Teachers Institute, Nigeria – Jan 2022
Bachelor of Science: Home Science and Management (GPA: 4.12/5.0)
Federal University of Agriculture Abeokuta, Nigeria – Apr 2018
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, IL
Post Graduate Diploma in Education (GPA: 3.72/4.0)
National Teachers Institute, Nigeria – Jan 2022
Bachelor of Science: Home Science and Management (GPA: 4.12/5.0)
Federal University of Agriculture Abeokuta, Nigeria – Apr 2018
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Graduate Faculty
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, IL | Jan 2024 – Present
• Teach foundational studio courses in visual and technical design.
• Develop lectures, demonstrations, and hands-on workshops to build student creativity and technical skills.
• Assess and critique projects, providing actionable feedback to improve student portfolios.
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, IL | Jan 2024 – Present
• Teach foundational studio courses in visual and technical design.
• Develop lectures, demonstrations, and hands-on workshops to build student creativity and technical skills.
• Assess and critique projects, providing actionable feedback to improve student portfolios.
Special Projects Coordinator (Internship)
Surface Design Association, Albuquerque, NM | June 2025 – Aug 2025
• Reviewed website usability with a focus on color theory, accessibility, and user-centered design, improving online experience for a global community of surface designers.
• Applied artistic knowledge of color psychology and visual hierarchy to strengthen digital branding.
• Designed and presented creative assets using Canva, Figma, and Adobe Creative Suite, ensuring visual consistency across digital platforms.
• Contributed to special initiatives and member engagement projects, reinforcing the association’s role as a leading hub for textile and surface design professionals.
Graduate Researcher
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, IL | Aug 2023 – May 2024
• Researched integration of traditional textile methods with digital tools; presented findings in seminars and publications.
• Advanced sustainable textile solutions for eco-friendly production projects.
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, IL | Aug 2023 – May 2024
• Researched integration of traditional textile methods with digital tools; presented findings in seminars and publications.
• Advanced sustainable textile solutions for eco-friendly production projects.
Graduate Intern & Museum Researcher
Missouri Botanical Garden, St. Louis, MO | May 2024 – Jul 2024
• Reviewed and revised institutional policies for accuracy and compliance.
• Conducted research to update guidelines and streamline procedures.
• Presented updated policies to curators for review and implementation.
Creative Director
Amiora Fashion Hub, Nigeria | Jun 2019 – Jul 2023
• Directed design and production of ready-to-wear clothing with focus on sustainability.
• Supervised designers to ensure high-quality, culturally resonant outputs.
Clothing & Textile Facilitator
Oyo State Teaching Service Commission, Nigeria | Feb 2021 – Aug 2023
• Taught clothing and textile design, embedding eco-friendly approaches into the curriculum.
• Facilitated workshops to build student creativity and practical skills.
Internships
Adire, Tie-Dye & Batik, Nike Centre for Art & Culture, Nigeria | Jun – Aug 2017
Sewing & Fashion Design, A.Y Couture, Nigeria | Jul – Dec 2017
PUBLICATIONS
• Oladepo-Ajagbe, Mariam.” Smart Textile Engineering and Wearable Technology: Innovating Functional Fabrics For Health And Environment”. Iconic Research and Engineering Journal, Vol 8 (3), Sep 2024.
• Oladepo-Ajagbe, Mariam. “Exploring the Synergy of Traditional Textile Techniques and Digital Technology in Contemporary Clothing and Textile Design”. Research Gate Publication, June 2024, http://dx.doi.org/10.13140/RG.2.2.10998.20809
• Oladepo-Ajagbe, Mariam. “Islamic Perspective on Art/Artistic Expression”. ResearchGate Article, June 2024.
RESEARCH PROJECTS
• Oladepo-Ajagbe, Mariam. “Exploring the Synergy of Traditional Textile Techniques and Digital Technology in Contemporary Clothing and Textile Design”. Research Gate Publication, June 2024, http://dx.doi.org/10.13140/RG.2.2.10998.20809
• Oladepo-Ajagbe, Mariam. “Islamic Perspective on Art/Artistic Expression”. ResearchGate Article, June 2024.
RESEARCH PROJECTS
• Graduate Thesis, SIUE: Pattern as Archive: Exploring Pattern Design as Heritage, Healing, and Reclamation medium. (Ongoing)
• Undergraduate Research, FUNAAB: Conducted consumer perception study on imported vs. locally produced apparel.
CONFERENCE PRESENTATIONS
• Undergraduate Research, FUNAAB: Conducted consumer perception study on imported vs. locally produced apparel.
CONFERENCE PRESENTATIONS
• Adegboyega Arohunmolase, Oladepo-Ajagbe Mariam, “A Comprehensive Review of Theoretical Approaches to Analyzing Yinka Shonibare’s Art”, The European Conference on Arts & Humanities, July 10-14, 2025. University College London & SOAS, University of London, United Kingdom.
Symposium Presentations/Artist Presentations
Symposium Presentations/Artist Presentations
• Survivorship: Serenity. Artist Talk & Presentation. Gallery B, Bethesda, Maryland, United States. October 2025
• Creative Display of Pattern Designs and Artwork, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Graduate Research Symposium, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, United States, 2025
• Exploring the Synergy of Traditional Textile Techniques and Digital Technology in Contemporary Clothing and Textile Design. Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Graduate Research Symposium, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, United States, 2024
HONORS & RECOGNITION
• Creative Display of Pattern Designs and Artwork, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Graduate Research Symposium, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, United States, 2025
• Exploring the Synergy of Traditional Textile Techniques and Digital Technology in Contemporary Clothing and Textile Design. Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Graduate Research Symposium, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, United States, 2024
HONORS & RECOGNITION
• Competitive Graduate Award, SIUE (2023)
• Interview/Artist Recognition: Artwork Gallery (2023)
• Juried & curated exhibitions in the U.S., Switzerland, UAE, and Nigeria (2023–2025)
AFFILIATIONS
• Interview/Artist Recognition: Artwork Gallery (2023)
• Juried & curated exhibitions in the U.S., Switzerland, UAE, and Nigeria (2023–2025)
AFFILIATIONS
• Surface Design Association (2024 – Present)
• Graduate Student Board Member, Friends of Art (2023)
• SIUE Noise Box Gallery Committee (2024 – Present)
• SIUE Hearing Panelist (2023)
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CERTIFICATIONS
• Graduate Student Board Member, Friends of Art (2023)
• SIUE Noise Box Gallery Committee (2024 – Present)
• SIUE Hearing Panelist (2023)
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CERTIFICATIONS
• TEFL, Distinction – TEFL Professional Institute, May 2022