A little boy in Ghana, Ace-Liam Nana Sam Ankrah has become the world’s youngest male artist at the age of 1 year 152 days.
Gatekeepers News reports that the little boy broke the Guinness World Record at the age of one year and 152 days old.
The little boy who has over 20 paintings created by him participated in his first group exhibition, The Soundout Premium Exhibition at the Museum of Science and Technology in Ghana.
A total of 10 of his artworks were displayed and put up for sale there and nine out of them were sold during the exhibition.
GWR said, “Ace-Liam loves the feel of the paint on his hands, the bright colours, and the ability to express himself through painting.”
His mother, Chantelle, who is also an artist said she noticed Ace-Liam’s passion for painting when he was just 6 months old.
“She said, “While learning to crawl, I spread out a piece of unstretched canvas on the floor and dropped some paint on it as a way to keep him busy while I worked on a commission painting.”
“He […] ended up spreading the paint all over the canvas, and in the process he created his first masterpiece titled The Crawl.”
“It was clear that he found a lot of joy in it.”
Speaking on her son’s newfound fame, Chantelle said “He has created a buzz and heightened the conversation about art appreciation, as well as discovering and nurturing talents in kids.”
“It’s a fun and creative outlet for him, and he enjoys the freedom to explore and create without limitations.”
“Ever since he started talking, he would ask to paint, as it has become his favourite activity.”
According to Chantelle, Ace-Liam’s art is about expression and exploration and conveying specific messages.
She added, “His abstract paintings are inspired by the world around him; colours, shapes, textures and his mood.”
“Every painting is an expression of his curiosity and joy in discovering new things.”
The proud mother further said once Ace-Liam’s painting area is set with canvases and paints, he goes in and chooses his preferred canvas size and colours.
Chantelle added, “Then he calls me to open the paint bottles for him, and then he starts applying the paint on the canvas carefully yet spontaneously.”
“A painting session can last anywhere from a few minutes to about half an hour, depending on his interest at the moment.”
“Sometimes he leaves a painting and comes back to it after a couple of days to finish it.”
“Once he’s done, he says ‘mama finish’.”
Speaking on their plans to aid Ace Liam’s talent, his family said “We are hoping to seek international scholarship opportunities as well as international opportunities for him to sell his artworks.”
Chantelle advised parents to support their child’s passions, regardless of their age.
She said, “Every child is unique, and nurturing their passions can lead to amazing discoveries and achievements.”
Chantelle also encouraged those aspiring to break any record to make sure they follow the rules in doing so.
Ace Liam’s mother said
“Read it over and over again before attempting it and remember, the journey and the joy it brings is very fulfilling.”
