Abul Oyay is a South Sudanese artist, painter, and curator. She is a founding member of #Anataban, a collective of creative artists who use their art as a platform for youth to demand peace and justice in South Sudan.
Abul was born in Ethiopia in 1987 and raised in South Sudan and Uganda. She pursued university in both England and Kenya. Oyay’s art is largely inspired by the strong women in her life, and she is passionate about sharing their stories through her work. Her style is semi-realistic, and she likes to experiment with non-traditional art materials. Oyay’s work has been exhibited in the UK, South Sudan, Uganda, and Kenya.