Samuel Praise Emmanuel is a Nigerian ballpoint-pen artist whose work blends meticulous realism with deeply expressive storytelling. Guided by patience, precision, and layered ink techniques, he uses line work to explore themes of identity, emotion, and everyday life within contemporary African society. His practice often reflects on the quiet pressures of social change, transforming ordinary moments into powerful visual narratives that invite reflection and dialogue. Through his drawings Samuel captures the resilience, fragility, and evolving experiences of the people and cultures around him.