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Graphite · Charcoal · Mixed Media Portraiture
Nigerian-born, Accra-based contemporary artist creating hyper-realistic portraits that explore identity, emotion, beauty, and human connection. Available for acquisitions, commissions, and digital licensing.
01 — Biography
Sam Ambrose is a Nigerian-born, Accra-based contemporary artist specializing in hyper-realistic portraiture. Working primarily in graphite, charcoal, and mixed media (charcoal combined with color pencil), he creates highly detailed drawings that explore the complexity of identity, emotion, beauty, strength, and human connection.
His current body of work focuses on mixed media drawings — combining charcoal and color pencil — priced between $2,000 and $5,000. Through meticulous mark-making and careful attention to light, texture, and form, Sam transforms ordinary moments into powerful visual narratives that blur the boundaries between photography and drawing.
Sam's work has been shared through commissioned portrait projects and private collections internationally. He is currently building his professional exhibition portfolio and is open to gallery representation, exhibitions, and commissions worldwide.
Origin
Nigeria
Based
Accra, Ghana
Medium
Graphite · Charcoal · Mixed Media
Price Range
$2,000 – $5,000
02 — Artist Statement
My artistic practice is rooted in the pursuit of human truth through drawing. Working primarily in graphite and charcoal, I create highly detailed portraits that explore the complexity of identity, emotion, beauty, strength, and human connection. Through meticulous mark-making and careful attention to light, texture, and form, I seek to transform ordinary moments into powerful visual narratives.
The human face and body serve as my primary subjects because they carry the stories of our collective experiences. Each wrinkle, shadow, gaze, and gesture becomes a language through which emotions are communicated beyond words. The process itself is an act of meditation and observation — thousands of carefully placed strokes build layers of tone and texture, creating a dialogue between precision and emotion.
Ultimately, my work is an exploration of human presence. I seek to create images that inspire recognition, empathy, and reflection — reminding viewers that beneath our differences lies a shared human experience.
03 — Selected Works

Glamour
Graphite on paper · 18 × 24 inches
$2,400

Joyful Spirit
Graphite & charcoal · 16x20 inches
$3,000

The Trio
Graphite & charcoal · 18x24 inches
$3,000

Intensity
Charcoal on paper · 20 × 24 inches
$2,400

Legacy of a Statesman
Graphite & charcoal with color accents · 24x36 inches
$3,000

The Golden Gaze
Graphite & charcoal with gold accents · 18x24 inches
$3,000
Full collection available at samambrose.com/#archive
04 — Digital Use License
For collectors, publishers, and brands who want to use Sam's artwork digitally — without acquiring the physical original — Sam offers a Digital Use License. This grants specified usage rights to a high-resolution digital image of the artwork for a defined term and scope.
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Display on websites, social media, and digital channels
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Use in magazines, books, and marketing collateral
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Use in advertising, product packaging, and brand campaigns
Licensing fees vary by use scope, term, and exclusivity. The physical artwork and copyright remain with the artist. Contact Sam to discuss your licensing needs.
Inquire About Licensing05 — License Agreement
Sam Ambrose Studio — Digital Use License Agreement
This Digital Use License Agreement ("Agreement") is entered into between Sam Ambrose ("Licensor"), operating from Accra, Ghana, and the licensee ("Licensee"). By purchasing a digital use license, Licensee agrees to the following terms.
1. License Grant
Licensor grants Licensee a non-exclusive, non-transferable, worldwide license to use the high-resolution digital image of the specified artwork ("Licensed Artwork") for the purposes, term, and territory set forth in the applicable invoice or order confirmation.
2. Permitted Uses
Subject to the license tier purchased, Licensee may use the Licensed Artwork for: (a) web display on Licensee's owned digital channels; (b) social media posts and profiles; (c) editorial and print materials including magazines, books, and marketing collateral; (d) digital presentations; and (e) commercial advertising, product packaging, and brand campaigns. The specific permitted uses shall be defined in the invoice.
3. Restricted Uses
Licensee shall not: (a) resell, sublicense, or distribute the digital image as a standalone product; (b) mint, tokenize, or offer the image as an NFT or blockchain asset without a separate written agreement; (c) modify, alter, or create derivative works from the image; (d) remove or alter any watermark or credit; (e) use the image in any unlawful, defamatory, or pornographic context; or (f) transfer or assign this license without Licensor's written consent.
4. Term
This license is granted for a term of one (1) year from the date of purchase, unless otherwise specified in the invoice. The license may be renewed upon mutual agreement. Upon expiration, Licensee shall cease all use of the Licensed Artwork and remove it from any active campaigns within thirty (30) days.
5. License Fee
The license fee is specified in the applicable invoice and varies by use scope, term, exclusivity, and the specific artwork licensed. Payment in full is due before the digital image is delivered. Fees are non-refundable once the image has been delivered.
6. Ownership & Copyright
All copyright and intellectual property rights in and to the artwork and the digital image remain the sole and exclusive property of Licensor. This Agreement grants only the usage rights expressly stated herein. The physical artwork is sold separately and is not included in any digital use license.
7. Attribution
Licensee shall provide visible credit to "Sam Ambrose" in close proximity to the image wherever it is displayed or reproduced, unless a no-credit option has been purchased.
8. Termination
Licensor may terminate this Agreement immediately upon written notice if Licensee breaches any term. Upon termination, Licensee shall cease all use of the Licensed Artwork and destroy all copies in its possession or control within thirty (30) days.
9. Warranties & Limitation of Liability
Licensor warrants that the artwork is an original work and that Licensor has the right to grant this license. Licensor's total liability under this Agreement shall not exceed the license fee paid. Licensee is responsible for ensuring its use of the image complies with all applicable laws and third-party rights.
10. Governing Law
This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the Republic of Ghana. Any disputes shall be resolved in the courts of Accra, Ghana, or through mutual arbitration.
To request a license, contact Sam Ambrose at ambrosesamson23@gmail.com or WhatsApp +233 593 200 271. A customized invoice and signed agreement will be provided for your specific use case.
For acquisitions, commissions, exhibitions, licensing, or press inquiries — reach out directly.
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