Since sketching a portrait of France President Emmanuel Macron, young hyperrealist Kareem Waris Olamilekan has known brighter days.
His family is now the owner of a modern apartment. Besides being at the center of attention, this is one of the perks that has accompanied his transition into stardom.
Professionally referred to as ‘Waspa’, on Instagram he shares pictures of himself with his family in their new home as well as the old one.
“I Thank God the Almighty for His mercy and grace. Forever will I continue to praise you. My family and I now move to our new house,” reads a caption on Waspa’s IG.
His parents were present at a ceremony marking his “adoption” by a Nigerian bank.
Sketching a portrait of Emmanuel Macron
The young hyperrealist recalls with excitement the opportunity painted a world renowned figure, Emmanuel Macron.
In early July, the latter who was on a two-day visit to Nigeria arrived the Afrika Shrine to reveal the launch of the African Cultural Season.
According to reports, the event is expected to hold in France in the year 2020.