Bankole Adesewa Ifeoma

Bankole Adesewa (Blackivy) is a creative director, fashion illustrator, fashion designer, virtual fashion assistant and 3D designer working at the intersection of fashion, media and digital storytelling.

Her work is defined by the ability to translate ideas into visual experiences whether through brand campaigns, fashion concepts or digital content. With a background in International Relations and hands-on experience across creative industries, she brings both cultural awareness and strategic thinking into every project.

Adesewa approaches creativity as both expression and structure. She doesn’t just create visuals. She builds narratives, shapes identities and refines how brands and fashion concepts are experienced by their audiences. As the founder of She Rises With Ivy, she also extends her work into advocacy, using creative platforms to drive conversations around women’s empowerment and social impact.