11-Year-Old Nigerian Hyperrealist Draws with Pen and Pencil

Kareem Waris Olamilekan, an 11-year-old Nigerian boy, creates hyperrealistic portraits using pencil and ballpoint pen. He began drawing at age six and cites inspiration from his family and daily struggles. His favorite work, "Daily Bread," depicts sweat and tears reflecting his family's hard work for food. He aspires to become a museum artist and names Arinze Stanley Egbengwu and Michelangelo as influences. The story was featured on BBC.