Ghana, Africa
Samuel Kumah or “Big Sam” is a renowned artist from Ghana Africa. His style is unmistakable in its color and otherworldly surrealism.
My name is Samuel Oseigyei Kumah. I was born at Ridge hospital located in Greater Accra on the 10th of September, 1988. I am the first born among four siblings; three boys and a girl. I come from Ketekra-chi in the Oti region but lived and grew in Nima located in Greater Accra. I had both my elementary and junior high education at 37 Military basic school. I got enrolled in Ghanatta college of Arts and Design where I polished my talent as an artist.
I discovered my talent at age 8 while in the elementary school but my parents especially my mother disagreed with me choosing to become an artist because she felt it was not a well paying profession. But with grandmother behind me, I managed to pursue it. I worked as an apprentice under three different masters in quest for skills and experience to be able to fit in the job market. In 2012, I started working as a full time versatile artist with the name Big Sam Arts. Due to how beautiful and quality my works are, I have been able to receive certificates and awards both internationally and locally.
Samuel Oseigyei Kumah
