PANELISTS

Alain is a photographer artist. Attentive to his environment, sensitive to his heritage, he initially evolved within the advertising sector. Passionate self-taught, he began his artistic actions by interpreting campaigns in an original way. With his series, he invites us to feel, to immerse ourselves in the heart of plural realities, reconciling in his own way, beauty and harmony, United diversity. His roots, fundamental inspiration, guide his creative process, revealing the rich historical heritage of Cameroon. His photography is a resurgence, nourished by memories, reflections, emotions, and pride in his civilization. Intolerant of indifference, the artist approaches photography as one of the dignified and humanist ways of expressing, sharing, awakening consciences, reviving spirits. Alain develops a sophisticated aesthetic, freed from stereotypes, to display Cameroonian history with brilliance and relevance. His work is exhibited both in Cameroon and abroad, in Douala, Paris, Bologna, among other places.

Kelechi Amadi-Obi is a Nigerian creative photographer, painter, artist, and the publisher of Mania Magazine. His work in photography and visual art has earned him international renown featuring in many international exhibitions including Snap Judgment: New Position in Contemporary African Photography, International centre of Photography New York (2006). He has been described as one of Nigeria’s groundbreaking celebrity photographers who has “helped put Nigerian photography on the world map.”. Vogue calls him “a major force in the creative scene in Nigeria.”

Kola Oshalusi is a creative photographer with an eye for details and documenting moments. Based in Lagos, Nigeria, he currently holds the position of Director of Creative at Insigna Media, a leading photography and content creation company. Insigna Media is positioned to add value and build Africa’s largest content creation company. Over the past 13 years, Kola Oshalusi has made a name for himself in the industry, establishing a recognized brand. His work captures the essence of life, culture, and beauty, making him a prominent figure in the world of photography.

Ugochukwu Emebiriodo, a Lagos-based curator and photographer, graduated in English and Literary Studies from the University of Port Harcourt in 2015. He interned at the African Artists’ Foundation in Lagos, later becoming a Junior Curator before leaving in 2020 to focus on photography. During his time at the foundation, he managed Maker’s Lab, an exhibition for emerging artists. His photography has been featured on Northern Monk’s cover and exhibited at the 2020 Art X art fair. Additionally, his work has been published in Vice UK, Irin Journal, Lost in Lagos, Kalahari Review, Ladygunn, Random Photo Journal, and Culture Custodian.