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Sharon Padiki Sets Guinness World Record with Historic 54.33 m² Leaf-Print Ghana Flag Artwork

11th December 2025

Ferdinand | EducationGhana | December 11 | Sharon Padiki Sets Guinness World Record with Historic 54.33 m² Leaf-Print Ghana Flag Artwork

Ghanaian architect and PhD researcher Sharon Padiki has set a Guinness World Record for the largest leaf-print painting with a 54.33 m² Ghana flag artwork, marking a major milestone in sustainable art and national creativity.

Rising Ghanaian Creative Achieves Global Milestone

Ghana’s art and heritage community is celebrating a landmark achievement as Sharon Padiki, a trained architect and emerging heritage scholar, has been officially recognized by the Guinness World Records for producing the largest leaf-print painting in the world.Padiki created a 54.33 m² Ghana flag artwork on 11 July 2025, securing her place in global history and elevating Ghana’s visibility in contemporary creative innovation.

A Blend of Architecture, Heritage, and Environmental Art

Sharon Padiki completed her architectural training at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST). She is currently pursuing a PhD in Museum and Heritage Studies at the University of Ghana, where her work explores indigenous knowledge, cultural preservation, and sustainable creative processes.Her record-breaking artwork, produced through the intricate method of leaf printing, uses natural leaves to create textured impressions and bold colour fields. The result is a striking representation of the Ghana flag, merging patriotic symbolism with environmentally aware artistry.

Built on Earlier Creative Endurance

Padiki first attracted national attention through her 168-hour painting marathon in 2024, a demanding artistic performance that tested her endurance and affirmed her commitment to large-scale experimental art.This new accomplishment not only crowns her artistic journey but also places her among the few African creators recognised globally for innovation in sustainable and experimental art forms.

Widespread Praise from Ghana’s Creative and Academic Circles

Artists, cultural scholars, and heritage professionals have applauded Padiki’s achievement. Many regard it as a remarkable moment for Ghana’s creative arts sector, demonstrating how young professionals can combine innovation, national identity, and environmental responsibility.Her dual grounding in architecture and heritage research makes her achievement particularly significant for academia, where her work is expected to inspire new conversations on sustainable art practices.

What Lies Ahead

Padiki’s world record is expected to pave the way for new exhibitions, research collaborations, and international speaking engagements. Her accomplishment strengthens Ghana’s presence on the global art stage and highlights the potential of environmentally aligned creativity.More details are expected as preparations begin for formal presentations of her record-setting work.

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