{"id":21299,"date":"2016-05-02T10:42:53","date_gmt":"2016-05-02T09:42:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/buzznigeria.com\/?p=21299"},"modified":"2021-11-11T15:16:04","modified_gmt":"2021-11-11T14:16:04","slug":"nigerian-photographers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/buzznigeria.com\/nigerian-photographers\/","title":{"rendered":"25 Top Photographers in Nigeria That Cannot Be Ignored"},"content":{"rendered":"

Events cannot always be replayed in our minds\u00a0no matter how much we try to remember. Photographs are simply the best ways to save memories and Photographers are the best bet in achieving this.<\/p>\n

In Nigeria, the media focuses on music artists, actors, and footballers, with little or no attention to this group of people who provide timeless content captured in either still or motion pictures.<\/p>\n

In the past, photographers were seen as jobless people who go about with old cameras doing wash and take<\/em> pictures. Today, its a whole new world of art, creativity, and aestheticism.<\/p>\n

Some photographers specialize in celebrity shots, others do photo-journalism and some others love to travel and take nature just the way it is.\u00a0Whichever the case, good photographers need to be honoured, irrespective of\u00a0the kind of niche they’ve created for themselves.<\/p>\n

These Nigerian Photographers Will Inspire You<\/h3>\n

1.\u00a0<\/strong>Obi Somto<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Mr Obi Somto was born on August 1, 1988, in Lagos and holds a degree in Banking and Finance from Babcock University. He is not just a photographer but is also into the art of\u00a0drawing, painting, moulding, and carving. He launched his career as a graphic designer and illustrator who brings a unique blend of experience, vision, and distinction to his style of photography.\u00a0He has photographed several Nigerian celebrities and dignitaries, including former president Goodluck Jonathan.<\/p>\n

2. Adeola Olagunju\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Adeola Olagunju\u00a0is a rising photographer who lives and works in Lagos. Her images speak volumes as they stage the photographer\u2019s attempt to break free from “mental shackles.” Her works have been exhibited at Lagos Photo and she won the\u00a0Young Artfund Amsterdam\u00a0Award in 2013.<\/p>\n

3. <\/strong>Kelechi Amadi<\/strong><\/h3>\n
\"Nigerian
Kelechi Amadi<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Kelechi Amadi-Obi is one of the most popular celebrity photographers in Nigeria. He holds a Law degree and was called to bar in 1993, however, his passion lies in full-time studio art. He has earned international renown for both photography and painting.\u00a0Kelechi Amadi\u00a0has a huge list of reputable\u00a0clients he works with and they include Guinness Nigeria PLC, MTN Nigeria PLC, PZ Nigeria PLC, British American Tobacco, The Ford Foundation, Prima Garnet Ogilvy, SO&U, Insight Grey, Nigerian Flour Mills and Orange Drugs Nigeria Ltd.<\/p>\n

4. Aisha Augie-Kuta<\/strong><\/h3>\n

In 2011,\u00a0Aisha Augie-Kuta\u00a0won the Future Award for Creative Artist of the Year for her Faces of Africa portrait series, a collection of portraits of female faces elaborately painted to re-enact the vibrant patterns of the Surma Tribe of\u00a0Ethiopia. She is based in Abuja and has a mixed-race, mixed-tribe experience. Her latest project offers viewers a glimpse of the unseen side of the Fulani mud huts in Abuja, which, from the outside, appear to blend into the landscape.<\/p>\n

5.\u00a0<\/strong>TY Bello<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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TY Bello<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

TY Bello is most recently known for bringing to the limelight and transforming\u00a0a bread seller, Olajumoke Orisaguna, to a model. She is a singer as well as a fantastic photographer. The Ogun State-born Nigerian is a member of the Nigerian photography collective, Depth of Field.\u00a0<\/i><\/p>\n

She attained a degree in economics from the University of Lagos and briefly practised journalism before settling for photography.\u00a0The former member of the\u00a0defunct group Kush,\u00a0is the official photographer to the Former President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Goodluck Jonathan. She also works for Thisday fashion magazine.<\/p>\n

6.\u00a0<\/strong>George Osodi<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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George Osodi<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

George Osodi\u00a0is an internationally acclaimed photojournalist whose daring and honest images have changed the face of Nigerian photography. After he returned to his home in the Niger Delta, Osodi spent four years capturing the environmental degradation of the region caused by multi-national oil firms. More recently, Osodi has turned his focus to the urgency of documenting and archiving traditional Nigerian culture.<\/p>\n

His\u00a0Nigerian Monarchs\u00a0series captures the \u2018visual drama\u2019 of the diverse traditional cultures enshrined in these royal structures that, though stripped of constitutional powers in the 1960s, point to the deep roots of Nigeria\u2019s pre-colonial past.<\/p>\n

7. Ade Adekola<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Ade Adekola creates visual representations that go beyond what the eye can see. His ground-breaking work,\u00a0Icons of a Metropolis, captures the dynamism of urban life, re-imagining figures on the street as 20 character archetypes, \u2018icons\u2019, conceived to define the spirit of survival that fuels life in\u00a0Lagos. His works are worth experiencing.<\/p>\n

8.\u00a0<\/strong>Jide Odukoya<\/strong><\/h3>\n
\"Nigerian
Jide Odukoya<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Jide is a gifted and professional photographer. He\u00a0combines his love of photography with creativity to produce impressive travel photos that will inspire you to travel.\u00a0Jide captures the ambience of everywhere he visits with some wonderful photography.\u00a0He\u00a0takes photos of beautiful places and events, giving each his own exceptional and exciting twist. He is well known for his amazing\u00a0wedding shoots.<\/p>\n

9. Andrew Esiebo<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Andrew is a visual storyteller. He captures scenes from everyday life in the urban landscape, exploring how personal narratives interact with wider social issues. Interrogating themes such as sexuality, football, gender politics and migration, his work blends the personal with the political. Esiebo\u2019s work has been exhibited at\u00a0Lagos Photo Festival, African Photography Encounters in Mali, and the Havana and Sao Paolo biennales.<\/p>\n

10.\u00a0Moon Okon<\/strong><\/h3>\n
\"Nigerian
Moon Okon<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Moon is not just a\u00a0professional Photographer but also a Creative artist. The talented 25-year old Graduate of Visual Arts and Technology, Cross Rivers State University of Science and Technology, started drawing at a tender age. He gets inspired by works from Jay. P. Morgan (Photographer), Karl Taylor (Photographer), and Michael Angelo (Artist). He is also very good at\u00a0Paper art, a type of paper collage\u00a0were\u00a0different colours of paper are put together to create great pieces of artwork. In addition, he creates movie props and hopes to add furniture making into his list of creative works.<\/p>\n

\u00a011. <\/strong>Lakin Ogunbanwo<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Lakin Ogunbanwo\u2019s images are characterized by their striking use of colour, light, and angles. The fashion photographer takes portraits of men and women, transforming their body into a work of art with his defiant, and sometimes, playful gaze. He\u00a0has shot some of Nigeria\u2019s biggest names, including\u00a0Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, and his work has been exhibited at Lagos Photo Festival, Art 14 in London and the Rooke and van Wyk Gallery in Johannesburg.<\/p>\n

12. Shola Animashaun<\/strong><\/h3>\n
\"Nigerian
Shola Animashaun<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Shola Animashaun is one of the most respected and successful photographers in Nigeria. He creates boundless inspiration for eye-catching photographs. He shares his adventures with beautiful images, from the metropolis of Cairo to the beautiful city of Rio de Janeiro. Not only does Shola shoot great photos, he provides detailed information about the area he is visiting.He is the brother of Ayo\u00a0Animashaun, owner of HipTv and most of his clients are celebrities and TV personalities.<\/p>\n

13.\u00a0<\/strong>Lola Akinmade-\u00c5kerstr\u00f6m<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Lola Akinmade-\u00c5kerstr\u00f6m\u00a0is an avid photographer and professional travel writer, whose gorgeous portfolio showcases her love for travel. For a travel inspiration, a visit to Lola\u2019s\u00a0Image bank\u00a0is a must. She captures images that reflect the real identity of a destination. Lola\u2019s portfolio contains scenic photos of places and people on her frequent travels.<\/p>\n

\"Nigerian
Lola Akinmade-\u00c5kerstr\u00f6m<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

14. Uche James-Iroha<\/strong><\/h3>\n

James Iroha Uchechukwu was born in 1972 in Enugu and has\u00a0a career in Photography and sculpture spanning two decades. Currently, he is the director of Photo Garage, a Lagos-based platform for Nigerian and global intellectual photography exchanges. He is also the director of Depth of Field, the collective that has influenced the likes of Uche Okpa-Iroha and Emeka Okereke and other younger generation of photographers.<\/p>\n

This man has been celebrated with the Elan Prize at the African Photography Encounters in\u00a0Mali, 2005, for his work; Fire, Flesh, and Blood, and he was awarded the Prince Claus Award in 2008 for his work in supporting young artists and promoting photography as an art form in Nigeria.<\/p>\n

\"Nigerian
Uche James-Iroha<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

15. Yetunde Ayeni-Babaeko<\/strong><\/h3>\n

After spending most of her childhood in\u00a0Germany, a trip back to Nigeria inspired Yetunde Ayeni-Babaeko\u2019s fascination with traditional Yoruba culture. Her\u00a0photographs reflect the mythology and storytelling tradition of the Yoruba people. She currently runs\u00a0Camara Studios\u00a0in Lagos and has turned her lens to using art as a change agent, in particular using photography to document and educate women about breast cancer.<\/p>\n

16.\u00a0<\/strong>Devesh Uba<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Devesh Uba is an Indian-born street photographer who resides in Lagos. He’s lived long enough in Nigeria to become a citizen. Uba provides stunning photos of places in Nigeria and the “Naija” ways of living that we don\u2019t often get to see. Devesh\u2019s amazing images will take you on a voyage through different parts of Nigeria most especially Lagos city.<\/p>\n

17. \u00a0<\/strong>Tom Saater<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Tom is a documentary photographer and photojournalist who loves to travel and frequently shares stunning photos from different destinations in the world.\u00a0He\u00a0has an incredible experience in taking spectacular travel pictures which will inspire anyone to travel.<\/p>\n

\"Nigerian<\/p>\n

18.<\/strong>\u00a0Juju Films<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Juju Films shares a passion for travel by providing stunning photos, based on the unique beauty of places and people around Nigeria and Africa. Juju Films provides stunning moments ranging from gorgeous waterfalls to the magnificent mountain ranges through photography.<\/p>\n

19. Bayo Omoboriowo<\/strong><\/h3>\n
\"Nigerian
Bayo Omoboriowo<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Bayo is one of the reigning \u2018King of Photography\u2019 in Nigeria. He captures powerful images of places and people in Nigeria. He wanders the cities of Nigeria, sharing images and stories in real time from the streets.\u00a0Bayo Omoboriowo photography unfolds different cultures, people from different parts of Nigeria. His images will inspire you to visit these places, see their cultural identities and understand it.<\/p>\n

See Also: Top 10 Greatest Movie Monologues Of All Time<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

20.\u00a0<\/strong>Uche Okpa-Iroha<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Just like\u00a0Uche James-Iroha, Uche Okpa-Iroh\u00a0was also born\u00a0in Enugu and was inspired to pursue a career in photography after seeing an exhibition by the pioneering Nigerian collective, Depth of Field, in 2005. His work has achieved international attention for his arresting images of humans documenting pressing social issues.<\/p>\n

His first major project, Under Bridge Life, won the Seydou Keita Award in 2009 and in his most recent project, The Plantation Boy,\u00a0he presents an incisive challenge to the Western gaze by inserting himself into stills and staged re-enactments from Francis Ford Coppola\u2019s iconic film, The Godfather.<\/p>\n

21. Lolade Cameron Cole<\/strong><\/h3>\n
\"Nigerian
Lolade Cameron Cole<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Lola Cameron-Cole\u2019s powerful and bright images from all over Nigeria and several parts of the world have earned her a reputation as one of the most admired photographers in Nigeria. Her snapshots of places and people she came across during her travels are fascinating and inspiring.<\/p>\n

22.\u00a0<\/strong>Nick Cavanagh<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Nick Cavanagh is a commercial photographer, but he also shares our passion for travel. His incredible photos of destinations in Ireland and Africa will instantly excite and inspire you to travel. He currently lives in Abuja, where he provides us with snapshots into the city life. Each of Nick\u2019s photos showcases his ability to capture the stunning landscapes in a unique way.<\/p>\n

23.<\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong>Demi Olubanwo<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Demi is a wedding photographer with a keen interest in travel. His portfolio is full of inspiring travel photos with bright colours. His travel portfolio will take you on a virtual tour through some of the most beautiful places he visits from around the world.<\/p>\n

\"Nigerian
Demi Olubanwo<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

24. Marvin Keyz<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Marvin Keyz is among one of the good Lagos-based Photographers in Nigeria. He also shuttles around other countries for regular motion and still captures. He is a cinematographer and majors in music videos, short films, and Christ Embassy’s Love world productions.<\/p>\n

The Warri-born graduate of\u00a0Estate Management from the Enugu State University of Technology is a seasoned Photographer and Film Maker who\u00a0has a flair to capture, people, places,\u00a0and events.<\/p>\n

25.\u00a0Emeka Okereke<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Emeka Okereke has continued to push the boundaries of contemporary African photography, even after winning the Best Young Photographer award from the AFAA Afrique en Cr\u00e9ation in the fifth edition of the Bamako Photo Festival. He founded Invisible Borders, an annual photographic road trip across Africa involving a team of artists and photographers to explore new ways of portraying the continent and transforming African society.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Emeka Okereke<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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