Pixpac Studios, Portsmouth (2026)

20/09/2021

For Semande My Wife.
Bringing a bit of yourself into what you do is a game changer.
It sets you apart and highlights your uniqueness.
This photoshoot was made for SEMANDE]. I collaborated with other amazing creatives to get the desired results.
The hair was inspired by ancient traditional African hair threading technique popularly know as "Irun Kiko" in Yoruba, worn by women all over Africa and it dates back to the 15th century.
From the garment to the hairdo, accessories and choice of location was all intentional to usher in a new beginning for SEMANDE] at Forty.
I had to channel in a bit of the legendary JD Okahai Ojekeire's series on african hairstyles.
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01/09/2021

Let it Shine.
I made this portrait of at over the weekend.
I realised how important it is to stay true to yourself.
It was quite interesting to watch her engage and share her story and culture with people at the festival.

27/07/2021

Rebel
The Citizen
“When the root of a tree begins to decay, it spreads death to the branches." (African Proverb)
This photography project is centred around oil exploration in the Niger Delta region of Nigeria and how it has led to the exploitation of the citizens that inhabit the land. This corrupt system has created a fraudulent cycle that has kept the ruling class, and a privileged few, rich and kept the citizens poor.
Oil exploration has caused spillages that have contaminated the rivers and destroyed a whole ecosystem of the mangrove swamps leaving little, or no, sea life in the region. In most cases the ruling class do nothing and the western corporations take no responsibility.
Go to my link bio to watch the short film about the project.
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24/07/2021

Deprived.
The Citizen
A damaged vessel can hold no substance.
“In the land of promise a man may die of hunger." (African Proverb)
This photography project is centred around oil exploration in the Niger Delta region of Nigeria and how it has led to the exploitation of the citizens that inhabit the land. This corrupt system has created a fraudulent cycle that has kept the ruling class, and a privileged few, rich and kept the citizens poor.
Oil exploration has caused spillages that have contaminated the rivers and destroyed a whole ecosystem of the mangrove swamps leaving little, or no, sea life in the region. In most cases the ruling class do nothing and the western corporations take no responsibility.
Go to my link bio to watch the short film about the project.
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24/06/2021

1960 - (Sisi Eko)
My Photo made it to the second round of the Taylor Wessing Photographic portrait competition.
I am hoping it makes it pass the second round to the gallery walls later this year.

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24/06/2021

My Photo made it to the second round of the Taylor Wessing Photographic portrait competition.
I am hoping it makes it pass the second round to the gallery walls later this year.

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10/02/2021

POMPEY HEROES PROJECT
It is a photography series centered on honouring keyworkers who volunteered and worked tirelessly at the peak of the Covid-19 pandemic to improve the lives of the people of Portsmouth.
ESTHER BRIMACOMBE - PHU NHS TRUST - OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY
Photography: olufemi olaiya
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09/02/2021

POMPEY HEROES PROJECT
It is a photography series centered on honouring keyworkers who volunteered and worked tirelessly at the peak of the Covid-19 pandemic to improve the lives of the people of Portsmouth.
The making of this portrait was a special one for me. I got to learn about the Jewish community in portsmouth and the tour of the synagogue and the story behind it was insightful.
"Supporting local members of the Jewish Community in Portsmouth, as it is now a very small and aging community with most of its members in their 70s or 80s."
NITZAN COHEN - Jewish Community Rep.
Photography: olufemi olaiya
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08/02/2021

POMPEY HEROES PROJECT
It is a photography series centered on honouring keyworkers who volunteered and worked tirelessly at the peak of the Covid-19 pandemic to improve the lives of the people of Portsmouth.
LACEY PLUMBLEY - Firefighter
Photography: olufemi olaiya
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03/02/2021

POMPEY HEROES PROJECT
It is a photography series centered on honouring keyworkers who volunteered and worked tirelessly at the peak of the Covid-19 pandemic to improve the lives of the people of Portsmouth.
Martin was one of the school teachers who volunteered to have sit for a portrait.
"Although challenging, I found that it was a time when everyone came together and showed great reserves to keep going under difficult circumstances."

MARTIN WATTS - SCHOOL TEACHER
Photography: olufemi olaiya
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02/02/2021

POMPEY HEROES PROJECT
It is a photography series centered on honouring keyworkers who volunteered and worked tirelessly at the peak of the Covid-19 pandemic to improve the lives of the people of Portsmouth.
Rosie turned up for this portrait session inspite of her injury at the time.
"Working in the NHS throughout the pandemic has been a challenge for all of us, but one that we have met head on. It's a privilege to contribute to the effort in Portsmouth."

ROSIE MCDONNELL - JHG S NURSE
Photography: olufemi olaiya
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