Emanoel Araújo (1940-2022) was a Brazilian visual artist and museologist. In the 1960s, Emanoel Araújo moved from Bahia to São Paulo, where he established himself as an influential sculptor in Brazil. During this period, he also embarked on a journey of discovering and preserving African and Afro-Brazilian art forms, recognizing the importance of these cultural treasures in the formation of Brazilian identity. Emanoel Araújo's work is characterized by a harmonious blend of African, Afro-Brazilian, and modernist aesthetics. His sculptures often feature human figures, mythological beings, and abstract forms, imbued with a sense of spirituality and cultural significance. Araújo's work celebrates the beauty and diversity of African and Afro-Brazilian heritage, highlighting themes of identity, memory, and resilience. Some specific influences include Yoruba textile traditions and orisha mythos.  He founded the Museu Afro Brasil in 2004 and served as curator and executive director until he died. He studied printmaking and engraving at the Escola de Belas Artes da Bahia (UFBA).