My name is Derick Maugo, a visual artist from the Mukuru Art Collective in Nairobi. I specialize in painting children holding cameras symbols of hope, creativity, and the untold stories within our communities. Growing up in Mukuru, I saw the power of art to inspire change and give voice to those often overlooked. Mentored by celebrated artist Adam Masava, I use bold colors, abstract forms, and a cubist-inspired style to capture emotion, energy, and imagination. Each child I paint represents a storyteller, a dreamer, and a future creator. Through my work, I aim to show the world through a child’s eyes full of wonder, resilience, and potential. My art is not just about painting faces, but about painting futures. I believe every child has a story worth telling and a camera, like a brush, can change how the world sees them.