Ace-Liam Nana Sam Ankrah, a one-year-old from Ghana, has become the world’s youngest male artist recognized by Guinness World Records. Last Monday, Ace-Liam showcased his talent at a professional exhibition at the Museum of Science and Technology in Accra, selling nine out of ten paintings, including one commissioned by Ghana’s First Lady, Rebecca Akufo-Addo. With 15 paintings already sold, the toddler is preparing for an auction.
Ace-Liam’s journey as an artist began at an early age when his mother, Ms. Chantelle, noticed his interest in painting at just six months old. Ms. Chantelle, who is also an artist herself, observed Ace-Liam’s skills while he was learning to crawl and decided to give him a canvas and paint to keep him busy. His first masterpiece, titled ‘The Crawl,’ was created this way, leading to his love for painting.
Ms. Chantelle explained that painting brings Ace-Liam joy and fulfillment. His painting sessions are spontaneous; the toddler chooses the canvas size and colors before carefully starting to paint. His family is now looking to nurture his artistic talent through quality education and exploring international scholarship options and opportunities for him to sell his artwork globally.
Ace-Liam’s paintings are not about specific messages but rather reflect how he feels and what he sees around him. His love for painting is genuine; the toddler enjoys the creative outlet that allows him to explore and create without limitations. His family is supportive of his passion and committed to helping him further develop his artistic skills.
In conclusion, Ace-Liam Nana Sam Ankrah is a true inspiration for young artists everywhere. His talent has been recognized on a global stage, but it all started with a simple act of giving a curious child some art supplies and watching them thrive.
Ms. Chantelle shared that she believes in her son’s potential and wants him to have every opportunity available to pursue his passion for art. She added that they will continue supporting him as he grows older.
As we look forward to seeing what Ace-Liam creates next, we can’t help but be amazed by this young boy’s incredible talent!
