Sharpie, marker, and watercolor on paper | 18" x 24" | 2026
 
Please note that work will ship after the close of the exhibition on 8/29.
 
Emanuel Gaines (b. 2002) is a Pasadena-based artist whose practice focuses on comic creation and storytelling. Commonly known as “Eman,” he creates humorous, witty narratives through illustrations that are stylistically bold and charming. Inspired by Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin, King of the Hill, Marvel comics, and his hometown of Pasadena, Gaines enjoys developing original characters and imaginative worlds. He began drawing at age 10 and is largely self-taught. He is currently working toward publishing his first comic book series and has plans to start a band called “The Pasadena Things”. Gaines works out of Picnic Studio.