About - Femi Amogunla | Photographer. Filmmaker. Storyteller

About Me

Femi Amogunla is a Nigerian-born documentary and portrait photographer currently
based in the UK. With background knowledge in filmmaking, Femi has seamlessly blended
the art of visual storytelling across multiple mediums, creating insightful narratives that
resonate deeply with audiences.

Femi Amogunla’s work has been showcased in exhibitions both in his home country and internationally, earning recognition for his ability to capture compelling, intimate portraits and powerful documentary images.

Since beginning his photojournalism journey in 2020, he has worked with various NGOs and international media organisations- using photography as a tool to document and highlight social issues and human experiences. Drawing on his filmmaking experience, he approaches each project with a unique perspective.

Femi Amogunla is dedicated to using his craft to spark dialogue and drive social change, constantly pushing boundaries in visual arts and global initiatives.

Selected Clients & Publications

Migrant Voice, Colab (WMCA,Birmingham) Aljazeera, AfricanArguments, JayLit Journal, Milken Institute, Lolwe, TAP Magazine, Docu Book (Vol 21): Best of Documentary & Street Photography, Sahelien, Saraba Magazine, Amaka Studio, Kuramo Report, GREY IS THE NEW PINK: Moments of Ageing (Weltkulturen Museum, Germany), Eyisi Ebuluo Foundation, Hope Soars Foundation for Widows,

Awards

DW Constructive Journalism Fellow,
2020

Nigeria Energy Photo Contest
2016

Peter Drucker Global Short Video Contest
(2014)

British Council, Nigeria,
Winner, Short Story Competition,
2014

30 Nigeria House Project, UK
2012

Exhibitions

ReYOUnion
Funded by: Eyisi Ebuluo Foundation,
Abuja, Nigeria.
2019

Mask and Masquerades- Solo Exhibition
Abuja, Nigeria
2018

Weltkulturen Museum
Frankfurt, Germany
2018

ICAF
Lagos, Nigeria
2018

Skills

WordPress, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Premiere Pro

Contact

Currently based in Birmingham

Available for assignments Worldwide

+44 7908738365

email: femiacts@gmail.com