Renowned Ghanaian artist and Guinness World Records title-holder Sharon Dede Padi (known as Padiki) unveiled her record-breaking masterpiece—the world’s largest leaf-print painting—at a prestigious event on Thursday, February 19, at La Palm Royal Beach Hotel in Accra.
Officially certified by Guinness World Records, the monumental artwork measures an impressive 54.33 square metres (584.8 square feet). It was created using natural leaf prints from a variety of plants sourced across Ghana, including cassava, plantain, cocoa, coffee, shea, orange, and other native flora.
The vibrant piece depicts the Ghana national flag in striking detail, achieved through multiple creative sessions that fused artistic ingenuity with profound Ghanaian cultural significance. Padi began her record attempt with an initial trial in late December 2024, completed the final creation on July 11, 2025, in Accra, and received official certification from Guinness World Records late last year.
The high-profile unveiling drew artists, cultural enthusiasts, and members of Ghana’s creative community, who gathered to celebrate this milestone.
In her remarks at the event, Padi highlighted her goal to inspire the next generation of artists and safeguard Ghana’s rich artistic heritage, positioning this achievement as a spark for broader participation in the visual arts.
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Commentators praised the record as a shining example of individual brilliance that spotlights Ghana’s burgeoning creative sector on the global stage. By harnessing natural, locally sourced materials in such an innovative way, the artwork beautifully bridges art, nature, and national identity.
Padi’s accomplishment joins a growing list of international accolades for Ghanaian creatives and is poised to fuel renewed enthusiasm for heritage-inspired art both at home and abroad.