Want A Career In Photography? These 7 Women Will Inspire You To Chase Your Dreams
- Bisola
- November 16, 2017
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Photography has become one of the most lucrative businesses to start in Nigeria in recent years. More and more women are emerging as forces to reckon with in this field and if you want a career in photography as well you should know them.
One importance of knowing your predecessors in any field is for you to learn from them; their mistakes, their successes, how they have come thus far and what you can do better as a newbie.
In the field of photography, these amazing women have made a name for themselves in a world that is male dominated. Some of their names may sound familiar to you, others won’t but what you should know is that when it comes to handling a camera, this women know their onions
1. TY Bello (Instagram : @tybello)
We know you were expecting that but will this list ever be complete with these multi-talented lady making the cut? She is well known for both her photography and singing skills and has worked with some of the most prestigious names we know in Nigeria today.
The fact that she has made a success of both world makes her a very worthy individual you should emulate.
2. Kikelomo Koleosho (Instagram: @red19photography)
Kike is a professional photographer and the Chief Photographer at red19photography enterprise. Red19photography is a company that provides professional Children, Maternity and Family Photography Services.
The inspiring story of how she started her business while still in the higher institution should get you running towards your dreams with all zest.
3. Tosin Pedro Gbamis (Instagram: @ tosinpedro)
For Tosin, photography started out as a hobby. She is a wedding and portrait photographer who loves to preserve memories.
Her creativity is displayed in the use of her camera and lighting skills, digital imaging skills and knowledge of the technical intricacies of the equipment.
4. Adeola ‘Gold’ Olagunju(_deolagold_)
Adeola Olagunju is quite unique with her works which is usually conceptual and deep. She is a critical, creative, meditative, and passionate artist.
Her images speak volumes as they stage the photographer’s attempt to break free from the norm of photography. If you are into the more cerebral and emotional aspect of photography, Adeola is the girl for you.
5. Aisha Augie-Kuta (Instagram: @aishaak49
Aish is an ideological photographer and film-maker. She creates documentaries, fashion and ariel photography.
Her works portray the two sides of a story in gender and identity. Aisha creates works that visual art forms that are captured through her lens.
6. Yetunde Ayeni-Babaeko ( Instagram: @yetundeayenibabaeko_photo
Her fascination with the Yoruba culture is obvious in her works. Yetunde explores the various aspects of the Lagos life as themes in her work.
The leading contemporary photographer also uses her work to document and educate women on breast cancer.
7. Ronke Alao (Twitter:@RonkAlao)
With her works, Ronke unites the concept of love, marriage and photography. This talented photographer loves to capture the beauty of special moments.
Her works are inspired by the look of vulnerability on a baby’s face, a child’s laughter, a mother’s love, a father’s strength and a pregnant woman’s beauty and elegance.
