Paul Senamie

Senamie born and raised in the city of Lagos, Nigeria, is a self-taught virsual artist with a distinct style, deeply rooted in a personal and familial connection to creativity.



Inspired by his African heritage, music, and everyday experiences, Senamie found true fulfillment in painting despite initially exploring fine art photography and earning a Master’s degree in Horticulture from Poznan University of Life Sciences, . He didn't start painting until he was 25, but once he did, it became the primary medium through which he expressed his artistic vision.



Currently based in Poznan, Poland, Senamie’s art delves into narratives surrounding social anxiety and societal issues. His work is characterized by a fusion of abstract and figurative elements, where exaggerated facial features and vibrant colors are employed to convey deep emotional narratives. The distinctive facial forms in his paintings signify a move away from conventional realism, aiming instead to capture the essence and inner world of his subjects.



Senamie’s use of bold, contrasting colors and intricate textures, through a combination of oil and acrylic paints, serves to document stories that bridge traditional techniques with contemporary influences. This dyn...

2022 - Poznan University of Life Science, Poland. MSc in Horticulture: Seed Science and Technology

2018 - Alaoonifoto Photography School, Lagos, Nigeria.

2017 - The Federal University of Technology Akure, Nigeria. BSc in Crop, Soil, and Pest Management

2026 - The festival of Open Studios, Rodriguez Foundation, Poznan, Poland.

2026 - Frames our stories, Slapdberlin, Berlin, Germany

2025 - The Vulnerable Man, The Starving Artist, South Autralia, Australia.

2025 - Broken Crayons Still Colors, Mothrland Atelier, Poznan, Poland.

2024 - Reclaiming Narratives, The aesthete circle, Berlin, Germany.

2024 - Heritage Culture live, Black Aspiring Creators, Berlin, Germany.

2024 - No Limit. Atelier Myszkowski, Poznan, Poland.

2024 - Melody of Hope. Harmer gallery, London, UK.

2021 - Whispers of light. Dayspring Gallery, Lagos, Nigeria.

2020 - Beyond borders. Batsado Art Gallery, Lagos, Nigeria.