Uk Black Female Photographers

Representation in Photography »

Representation in Photography »

UK Black Female Photographers – UKBFTOG – is a photographic community dedicated to amplifying the voices of black female photographers and videographers in the UK. We discuss the community’s mission that strives for fairness and equality in a male-dominated industry. Supported by Fixation.

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Arteh Odjidja

Changing the Perspective of Immigration »

Changing the Perspective of Immigration »

Arteh Odjidja is an award-winning photographer whose work explores themes of identity and community. Born in London, he draws inspiration from his West African heritage. His projects aim to highlight the stories of those often overlooked in society, and challenge our sense of privilege and equality. Supported by Sony.

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Rio Blake

Documenting Notting Hill Carnival »

Documenting Notting Hill Carnival »

Rio Blake is a pro photographer specialising in societal and community projects. Her work at Notting Hill Carnival offers an inside perspective on the celebrations outside of the parade. Her images showcase an unapologetically beautiful community, celebrating their Caribbean roots. Supported by Canon.

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Sabby Rai

Photographing Moon Festival, China Town »

Photographing Moon Festival, China Town »

Sarabdeep (Sabby) Rai is a pro photographer who works in and around Birmingham and London. She takes photographs that are unapologetically beautiful and atmospheric. Her images of China Town showcase the incredible community who live and work in the area.

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Mabdulle

Capturing Community in Banglatown (Brick Lane) »

Capturing Community in Banglatown (Brick Lane) »

Mohamed Abdulle is an internationally renowned photographer currently shooting with F1’s Lewis Hamilton. He is a Somali creative, born and raised in East London. We’ll be exploring the streets of Brick Lane and Whitechapel (Banglatown) to meet and capture some of the local heroes that call this cultural hub, a home.

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Aneesa Dawoojee

Photographing Notting Hill Carnival »

Photographing Notting Hill Carnival »

Aneesa Dawoojee is a pro photographer specialising in societal and community projects. With her family originating from Trinidad, her work at Notting Hill Carnival offers an inside perspective on the celebrations. Her images showcase an unapologetically beautiful community, celebrating their Caribbean roots.

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Pablo Allison

Connecting Community & Culture through Photography »

Connecting Community & Culture through Photography »

Pablo Allison is an award-winning photographer focused on the Latinx community. He has created a photographic series described as a love letter to the heart of the Mexican community. His work looks at control, displacement, freedom and migration.

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Yossy Akinsanya

Changing the Face of Fashion with Yossy Akinsanya »

Changing the Face of Fashion with Yossy Akinsanya »

Pro photographer Yossy Akinsanya discusses her experience photographing for London Fashion Week with a focus on inclusion. Akinsanya has shot for Gal-dem Magazine, Adidas and Refinery 29, alongside working with music artists such as Shakka.

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Aneesa Dawoojee

A Sense of Belonging with Aneesa Dawoojee »

A Sense of Belonging with Aneesa Dawoojee »

Pro photographer and BIPP Fellow, Aneesa Dawoojee, discusses her project The Fighting Spirit of South London. The images have a positive community feel and focus on individuals who don not see colour, gender or race, but are united by the commonality of love, loss, and hardship.

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Gurvir Johal

Indian Weddings & Celebrations »

Gurvir Johal is an incredibly creative photographer. During this interview, he offers insight into a variety of cultural wedding traditions; how to capture raw emotions; and a guide to the different Indian weddings he has photographed. Learn more about Gurvir’s process today.

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Yannis Davy

Africana, Changing the Narrative »

Yannis Davy Guibinga talks through his exploration of the African content and it’s diaspora in this interesting interview. Yannis’ work explores diversity in African identities along the themes of gender, culture and socioeconomic status. His photographs are unapologetically bold and beautiful.

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Marianne Chua

Changing the Aesthetic, Wedding Photography »

Changing the Aesthetic, Wedding Photography »

Marianne Chua speaks openly around changing the aesthetic in the social representation of weddings. Her photography has taken her across a variety of cultural wedding practices, and her work has focused on building confidence through individual images, allowing all couples to feel beautiful.

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Henry J Kamara

Safe & Positive Protest Photography »

Henry Kamara’s documentary work deconstructs stereotypes and uncovers truths. We discuss his work around fighting FGM in Sierra Leone, and his protest work in London. We dove into safe, photojournalistic practices, and how to mentally prepare and recover from the journey’s he takes.

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Ron Timehin

The Making of Fortitude »

The Making of Fortitude »

We caught up with Ron Timehin to talk about his recent filmmaking project, Fortitude. Fortitude discusses what it’s like to be Black and British. During this interview, you can find about more about why Ron took this project on, alongside the full process of planning, creating and promoting this film.

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Malkia Roberts

Photographing Different Skin Types »

Malkia Roberts presents an incredible masterclass on photographing a variety of skin types. Her course offers insight into the best practice for both camera set up and lighting. Malkia also discusses the benefits to expanding your model selection. This is a must-watch!

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Andy Hoang

BTS on Culture and Community Support »

Take a look behind the scenes at this beautiful fashion shoot with Andy Hoang and Tony Tran, discussing the photographic Asian community project they have been working on. We took a look at their planning, set up and process. The styling was incredible!

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Tony Tran

BTS on Culture and Community Support »

Take a look behind the scenes at this beautiful fashion shoot with Andy Hoang and Tony Tran, discussing the photographic Asian community project they have been working on. We took a look at their planning, set up and process. The styling was incredible!

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