Fayrouz L’Original Season 2 Extends Registration Deadline
Organizers of the premium fashion and lifestyle competition, Fayrouz L’Original season 2 have announced that the expression show is now open to fresh graduates, members of the National Youth Service Corps and undergraduates of Nigerian Universities. Registration has also been extended till 9th May, 2015. The competition which kicked off last year, provides a platform […]
Gazmadu Presents: Wedding Photography Workshop
Attention all professional and amateur photographers! Gazmadu Photography is inviting you to attend The Workshop Season 2 taking place between the 19th and 23rd of April, 2015. Gazmadu is a Lagos-based wedding & lifestyle photography outfit. It was founded by Yagazie Madu Eguare and has grown to become one of the best photography outfits in […]
Meet The Boss: Yetunde Ayeni-Babaeko, Camara Studios
Connect Nigeria interviews the astonishing photographer, Mrs. Yetunde Ayeni-Babaeko, the CEO of CAMARA Studios, an established photography studio based in Ikeja, Lagos. The Enugu born, Germany raised photographer has been taking the photography industry by storm since 2004 and is still conquering much territory. CN: What does your business do and how does it solve people’s […]
4 Tips for Creating Professional Photos
Have you ever needed a photo for an official document, or for your website, and found that you only have those funny pictures that are nice but not just professional enough? You do not necessarily need to get to a photo studio to take professional photos, people have been known to take great pictures using […]
3 Photo Editor Tools To Make The Most Of Your Shots
Can’t get the hang of Photoshop? Here are 3 of the best useful image editors around. 1. Picasa: Picasa is a versatile photo editor and organiser, with integrated Google+ upload and sharing options. It is a great tool if you’re looking for a way to organise your photo collection particularly if you already use Google+. […]
5 Photography Websites for New Photographers
Are you into photography? Do you simply want to develop your skills behind the lens? Then check out these top photography websites. I’ve selected 5 of the best photography websites, packed with resources and tutorials to help you, whether you’re a pro or amateur. 1. Strobist is a great website for newbie photographers. The Free […]
Power And Powers: The Power of Uche James Iroha’s Lenses
Sounds of generating sets greet you almost everywhere you go in Nigeria; our leaders have failed over the years to deliver in the power sector. Sometimes one wonders why Nigeria, which is by far the most populous nation in Africa with vast human and material resources and enormous potential, still has electricity as one of […]
The Photo Garage Lagos: A Place For Creative Photographers
The Photo Garage is a creative hub for photographers, both young and old alike. It is a place where photographers are born. The garage is a brainchild of Uche James Iroha, who is also known as the conductor at the garage. The garage which serves as a work place and residence for the photographer, and […]
Amazing NiPhec 2014 Experience
NiPhec 2014, started on April 28th and participants had a photowalk where top notch photographers mingled with participants while capturing the sights and scenes around them. Workshops and seminars opened the next day with keynote presentations from NiPhec convener and professional photographer, Seun Akinsanmi and some professional photographers in the industry. By 12.30pm, the […]
Beautiful Moments: A Love Story (Part 2)
By Daniel Okezue I asked her to go to the shopping mall with me. I had a little girl give her a fresh rose flower the moment we walked into the mall. Angela was so thrilled at the little girl’s generosity, coupled with the fact that her mum encouraged her to receive the flowers. There […]
Beautiful Moments: A Love Story
By Dan Okezue And my heart went all out for her the moment I saw her walk into the hall. Tears gradually filled my eyes and even my handkerchief got soaked. “What did I do to deserve this?” I cried. The beauty was so overwhelming, the glamour was stunning and even the ambiance made it […]
Business Profile: Media Genius International.
Some moments should last forever. Like the steps of a bride at her wedding, every signup on your first business exhibition, the laughter at your child’s birthday party, inspiring speeches at your seminar or the praise at your thanksgiving. There are just some moments that we all want to last forever. To capture every special […]
Do You Really Need a Professional Photographer?
By Ibifaka Ben-Kalio I have heard many people ask the question, ‘do I really need a professional photographer?’ Some say they have a professional camera at home, so what the heck? Others say, ‘common! That’s too expensive. For a picture, I’ll use my camera phone.’ Well, I am here to tell you that you certainly […]
Swan Lake Studios: Where Dance Meets Photography
What do photography and dance have in common? Not so much, you may say. But someone, somewhere, has fused these two arts to create an exciting mix. Top class, inspiring photography; hip, fun, and body-sculpting dance, you have it all at Swan Lake Studios. And the lady behind it: the multi-talented Ibifaka ben-Kalio. Ibifaka Ben-Kalio is […]
Tips for Taking Stunning Wedding Pictures
Nearly every photographer in Nigeria is a wedding photographer. Is this because these photographers have the skills? Or is it because weddings are a means to making money since they occur frequently? In Nigeria, and I’m very sure all over the world, there are over 100 wedding events each weekend. Whatever the reason, there are only very few wedding […]