Emmanuel Okonkwo (b. 1993) in Abuja is a Calabar-based Nigerian painter, experimental artist and art educator. He has applied his multi-disciplinary creativity in associated disciplines like music and the movie industries. Unlike most artists who discovered their artistic talents in childhood, Okonkwo did not deliberately know that he would become an artist. His first contact with art as a subject was in secondary. He developed an interest and showed so much flair in the subject in his Senior Secondary School, where he received mentorship from his art teacher. He was awarded best in fine art by the school management at graduation.

Okonkwo also combines his studio art with art teaching which he says inspires him. He believes that working with children is an opportunity to see things from their perspective. He thinks Life would be more fun if we all lived like children as they hardly discriminate or bear grudges in their hearts. He has participated in numerous group exhibitions, art fairs, and art competitions.