So I decided to meet the parents of one of the most intelligent girls in my 8-year-old class. Well the meeting was more of a coincidence than a decision. We were privileged to be on the same bus heading to … Continue reading
Photography Boot camp for Kids (Ages 7 – 19)
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It was day 3 of the largest gathering of photographers in West Africa: NiPHEC 2013. Time check: 7:48am. Sope’s mum drove him to conference venue to attend the seminar “Raising the NEXT GENERATION of photographers” in the rainfall that blessed … Continue reading
Photography Workshop with Obi Somto
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Photography Workshop with Obi Somto in Lagos | Fashion and Portrait Lighting on a Budget | email workshop@obisomto.net with subject “LAGOS WORKSHOP” for more information Within the 5 hours Obi will be spending with you, he’ll share tips and tricks … Continue reading
A Remembrance to Remember
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Last week, I was privileged to cover the 1 year remembrance ceremony of a client’s husband. The location was a private cemetery for the RICH situated at Ikoyi, Lagos. It was a time for me to think on the legacy … Continue reading
The Controversial Wedding of the Century
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Now Picture This. While relaxing in your apartment in ikeja, you receive a call from someone who called himself Segun Lagbaja. He’s calling from London and attempting to book you for his forthcoming wedding in August. He had seen the … Continue reading
Feliciting with Feyishayo
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So I decided to give one of my colleagues a portrait session. Since we had been busy organizing a photography conference that gave me little time behind the lens, I decided it was time for some practice. Feyisayo had been … Continue reading
The Adventurous Couple: Bunmi & Tope
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Fresh from the hectic schedule of NiPHEC 2013, the pre-wedding shoot of Bunmi & Temitope beckoned. Their love for black & white pictures is my energizer for the shoot and meeting the to be couple with their loads of costumes … Continue reading
Photography Classes at eloPhotos Academy (May 2013 – December 2013)
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Find us on Google+ At eloPhotos Academy, our ultimate goal is to raise world-class photographers. We do this through a series of workshops, trainings, and internship programs. You can visit out YOUTUBE CHANNEL to watch videos on a few photography … Continue reading
Coming Soon 2 a Photography Conference Near U: A BLIND Photographer
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Meet Taiwo, Africa’s 1st blind photographer. Born blind, her love for the artistic has driven her to eventually join the community of photographers. Her reason: to challenge those who can see. Think we’re joking? Meet her at the forthcoming Nigeria … Continue reading
EXPO Hall Floor Plan For EXHIBITORS
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Here's an idea to what the EXPO hall will look like come April 29, 2013. Hurry today, and register to be an exhibitor. For a token of N350,000 for a booth (3 metres by 2 metres), you'll have the opportunity to showcase your photography-related services & products to a wide range of photography enthusiasts and professionals. To make registration easier, two organizations can share a booth.
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The Psychiatric Ward Nurse
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So I met this gentleman on March 2 and he stopped me to tell me that I looked very familiar. I said I couldn’t remember his face (something that rarely happens) and he told me he can remember me clearly. … Continue reading
Nigeria Photography Expo & Conference (NiPHEC) 2013
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Nigeria Photography Expo & Conference is the largest photography and imaging show in West Africa, with an expected attendance of over 10,000 professional photographers and enthusiasts. You’ll have the opportunity to explore over 100 exhibits, see thousands of new products, … Continue reading
2012 in review
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The WordPress.com stats helper monkeys prepared a 2012 annual report for this blog. Here’s an excerpt: About 55,000 tourists visit Liechtenstein every year. This blog was viewed about 280,000 times in 2012. If it were Liechtenstein, it would take about … Continue reading
Senator Abba & Memuna’s Wedding Album
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We covered their wedding a few years back and it’s still one of the most beautiful celebration we’ve been privileged to cover till date. We came highly recommended by one of the workers in Transcorp Hilton Hotel Abuja that was … Continue reading
The Photographer That Charged $10 For a Portrait Session
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So I was in a meeting earlier this week with the CEO of a top printing company when he narrated the story of an interesting photographer I’m dying to meet. Apparently this photographer took his studio lights and other photography … Continue reading
TeeDam’s Wedding Album
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So here it is finally. Titilayo & Damilola’s magazine-style album. Go through it and let us know what you think. ************************************************ Register for a photography course at ourACADEMY today. A new weekend session begins January 12, 2013. ************************************************ Get your … Continue reading
Femi & Amie’s Wedding Album
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A wedding we covered in Benin. Let us know what you think. ************************************************ Discover 5 reasons why you should learn photography at eloPhotos ACADEMY. A new weekend session begins January 12, 2013. ************************************************ Get your copy of Nigeria’s 1st Photography … Continue reading
Africa’s 1st BLIND Photographer
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Meet TV. A blind lady in her early 30s, she learnt to fend for herself at a very early age. Growing up in a poverty-striken neighborhood in Ekiti state, TV had a tough time along with her twin sister in … Continue reading
Grace & Obadiah’s Wedding Album
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4 years ago today marks the day Grace & Obadiah went to the altar. I received a text message from the bride asking us to upload the album we gave them then so the world will know how beautiful the … Continue reading
A Picture Slide Show You’ll Love
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Here’s an upload of a video slide show I just finished working on. Let me know what you think. ************************************************ Discover 5 reasons why you should learn photography at eloPhotos ACADEMY. A new weekend session begins January 12, 2013. ************************************************ … Continue reading
Paying for the Services of a Fellow Photographer
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So a colleague I respect sent me a few questions on how much he should pay for the services rendered to him by another photographer. I decided to share here because I know a few other photographers that need this … Continue reading
5 Reasons to Learn Photography at eloPhotos Academy
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Find us on Google+ 1) We’ve helped to build the foundation of more professional photographers in the last four years than any other training academy. Just ask the following outfits for confirmation: La Royal Photography, Red 19 Photography, 4labi 4tos, … Continue reading
Killing your Photography Business Before it Starts
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So one of the students I taught photography last year gave me a list and cost of the items she needed to start her photography business full-time. Camera………….. $1100 Lenses……………. $940 Flash……………… $750 Charger…………… $62 Memory card…….. $125 Lights……………… … Continue reading
The 60-year-old photography student
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“Can I have a chat with the gentleman that was interviewed on radio a few months back?” That was the question asked by the old gentleman as he stepped into our reception. I was quick to respond that he was … Continue reading
The Reason I Charge Exorbitant fees for our Workshops
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REGISTER FOR A PHOTOGRAPHY MODULE BEFORE December 28, 2012 and get 50% OFF. CLICK HERE for more information ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ So I got a text message a few days ago that read thus: “…I guess each one of us is collecting … Continue reading
The Benefits of the Ban on Okadas in Lagos State: A Photographer’s Perspective
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So it’s no more news that the Governor that gave Okada drivers helmets before his election has decided to put an end to their means of livelihood by banning them from “major” roads in the state. Whether or not you’re … Continue reading
Leke & Seyi’s Wedding in Pictures
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Attached herein are the pages of the wedding album of a beautiful couple whose wedding we covered in August. Let us know what you think. *********************************************** REGISTER FOR A PHOTOGRAPHY MODULE BEFORE December 28, 2012 and get 50% OFF. CLICK … Continue reading
Daystar Skill Acquisition Project SET 9: A New Class of Photographers
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Just concluded a basic training program at Daystar for 48 students of photography. Attached are a couple of “creative” pictures taken by students in the class. Let me know the one you like the most & why. *********************************************** Plan to … Continue reading
Why I Would Not Be A Great Photographer
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Find us on Google+ My name is Lagbaja Alakori Tamedo, chief photographer at Lagbaja Alakori Tamedo Photography. I am one you would consider a professional photographer: one whose main source of livelihood comes from providing people with the photography services … Continue reading
The Gathering of 201 Nigerian Photographers
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REGISTER FOR A PHOTOGRAPHY MODULE BEFORE December 28, 2012 and get 50% OFF. CLICK HERE for more information ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ So we witnessed the largest gathering of Nigerian photographers on August 26, 2012. Attached herein are a few pictures taken at … Continue reading
FINALLY OUT: PICTURE THIS Magazine
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“Where Can I Get A Copy of the Magazine?” Good question. Here’s a list of agents you can get a copy of Nigeria’s first photography magazine Continue reading
HELP!!! My Family Don’t Appreciate My Photography!!!
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Find us on Google+ He sent me a bb message asking to see me urgently. He was frustrated. After finding his way to our office 24 hours later, he was getting ready to explain the ordeal he had been through. … Continue reading
Photography Courses at eloPhotos Academy
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Find us on Google+ Module 1: Introduction to Digital Photography Gain control and confidence in your digital photography – with a strong emphasis on exposure. This course is designed to help you appreciate the different functions, controls and options in … Continue reading
The Photography Gadget Criminal
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So I’ve gotten more than a couple of pings and calls in recent times asking me for the best photography equipment to buy. “Mr Seun, what do you think of the Canon 600D?” “Mr Seun, should I buy the Nikon … Continue reading
When BAD Customer Service is GOOD
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Find us on Google+ Twas lunch time at eloPhotos Academy on Saturday April 28, 2012. I asked my colleague to help get lunch at Mr Biggs (Lateef Jakande Rd, Agidingbi) for the students in the class. She returned 30 minutes … Continue reading
Dear Photographer, my fiancé is dead… Pls refund my deposit
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Find us on Google+ Now picture this. Imagine you get a call from a potential client who wants to book you for her wedding photography. You billed her (on the phone) $2000 and told her she was required to make … Continue reading
The $100 Photographer vs. The $10,000 Photographer
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Find us on Google+ Going down memory lane, I am reminded of an encounter with a photographer 5 years ago. In his early fifties, I met him at a print lab. He was complaining & murmuring about how his client … Continue reading
What’s the family price?
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So I got a call from one of my dad’s friends. She was calling to make inquiries on how much we would charge her for covering her sister’s forthcoming wedding. I explained to her that our packages start from $2000 … Continue reading
Invitation to connect on LinkedIn
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From Seun Akisanmi Editor-in-Chief at NowPictureThis Magazine Nigeria WordPress, I’d like to add you to my professional network on LinkedIn. – Seun Confirm that you know Seun You are receiving Invitation to Connect emails. Unsubscribe © 2012, LinkedIn Corporation. 2029 … Continue reading
Protected: Adeyemi-Bero’s Celebration
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35% off Exhibition Space at NiPHEC 2013
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NiPHEC is an annual photography event for professionals, students, educators and advanced amateurs interested in the photography and digital imaging industries such as commercial, editorial, advertising, wedding, portrait and art photography, among others. With an expected attendance of over 10,000 … Continue reading
The Aftermath of BOXING DAY
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So I got a few pictures from some of our contacts on BlackBerry about how their Boxing Day experience went. Well, let the pictures do the story telling. Whether or not all pictures were taken on boxing day is for … Continue reading
Season’s Greetings
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Season’s Greetings to every one of our clients and fans. Thanks for making 2012 worthwhile. We look forward to a fulfilling relationship in 2013. Samuel Ijiyokunola CEO, eloPhotos
Bukky & Jide’s Wedding Album
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We covered their wedding 3 years ago and decided to upload their album to wish them a happy anniversary. Better years are ahead.
Why Photography Equipment Rental May Not Work in Nigeria
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So it all started on September 20, 2012. I rented a photographer named Tope one of our Bowens 500 gemini lights. Part of the rental package included a step-down transformer that would be used to convert the 240v of power … Continue reading
Which is the Best FRONTCOVER Picture
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So we’re finalizing the contents of the second edition of the photography magazine we launched in September. The issue with this second issue is that we’re having a small issue in choosing the best picture that will depict a comparison … Continue reading
A Photography Internship Without Regret
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There is a common saying which says “there is no limit to learning in life; in any place we find ourselves there are always salient lessons hidden that we patiently need to learn if moving to the next level is … Continue reading
Titi & Dami’s Wedding
Here’s a new slide show we just did for Titi & Dami’s wedding celebration. You can also view the pictures below. Let us know what you think.
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PHOTOGRAPHERS’ ROAD TRIP TO GHANA
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So I got a travel agency to help put together a road trip for photographers. Date is February 3rd – 9th, 2013. We need a minimum of 15 photographers to make this happen. Cost comes to N85,000 per photographer and … Continue reading
Protected: Photographers’ Investment Club (PIC): CONSTITUTION
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A Photographic Encounter with a Pastor’s Family
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So I got a call on November 16 from a pastor I hold in high esteem. She needed our photography services for her daughter’s birthday party scheduled for November 17. I explained to her that I was already engaged for … Continue reading
What’s the effect of Obama’s Re-election on the average Nigerian citizen?
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So November 6, 2012 will go down in history as the day more Nigerians voted for Barack Obama through their BlackBerry phones and Facebook account than they did for President Jonathan. Obama has come a long way in earning the … Continue reading
Pictures of the Workshop on Photography Branding
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REGISTER FOR A PHOTOGRAPHY MODULE AT eloPhotos Academy TODAY. CLICK HERE for more information ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ So we had a blast at the recently concluded workshop on building a multi-million naira photography brand. Thanks to Emmanuel Bright, Richard Bamidele-Eko & Lanre … Continue reading
Vacancy for Photography Internship Position
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So a senior colleague has a vacant position for an intern. Herein is a summary of the requirements he’s looking for. Personality: Personality is important because you’ll be working in a team unit. You’ll need to have a positive attitude … Continue reading
The Multi-Million Naira Photography Brand: A Photography Workshop
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REGISTER FOR A PHOTOGRAPHY MODULE BEFORE December 28, 2012 and get 50% OFF. CLICK HERE for more information ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Our bimonthly gathering of professional photographers is here again. Come network with over 200 photographers in the industry. Come learn what … Continue reading
Photography Equipment for Rent
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REGISTER FOR A PHOTOGRAPHY MODULE at eloPhotos Academy TODAY. CLICK HERE for more information ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ We have the following equipment for rent for photographers resident in Lagos, Nigeria 7 Olympus Dslr Camera Bodies 8 Olympus lenses 5 Canon Dslr Camera … Continue reading
115 Photography Books up for CLEARANCE SALES
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Find us on Google+ So I decided to put up for sale 115 of my photography books. WHY?? Well, there’s an investment deadline I need to meet by 10am August 20. Don’t worry, I’ll restock the library as soon as … Continue reading
