ABIDJAN, Feb. 11 (Xinhua) -- In a bid to raise funds for children with cancers, Ivorian artist Mylene Francoise Amon was seeking a Guinness World Record by creating 130 portraits in 120 hours, Abidjan.net has reported recently.

Using a similar technique involving optical illusions on paper in creation, Amon aimed to surpass the previous record of 100 portraits. The artist fell short of her initial goal of 150 works within the allotted time as the progress was impeded by adverse weather conditions, but with an extension granted, she was able to continue her challenge.

Her efforts of intense creation during the period from Feb. 5-10, an event taking place at the BAE stadium in Yopougon, the largest commune in the Abidjan district, drew attention and support from the public and media across Cote d'Ivoire as well as the artistic community and political figures, said the report.

Amon's portrait works depicting political leaders, well-known entrepreneurs and cultural icons in the western African country have been known for vividness. The report said proceeds from the sale of the portraits created in her Guinness record challenge will be donated to children suffering from cancers, in a move in partnership with the Ivorian Ministry of Health. Enditem

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