I am Henry Amaku Ikpeme, also known as Henrylens_shotit, a Nigerian creative visionary, photographer, and cinematographer with over 8 years of professional excellence in visual storytelling, color grading, and art direction. I blend African authenticity with contemporary editorial style to create imagery that captures emotion, identity, and culture with cinematic precision. I have collaborated with fashion brands, music artists, models, and creative agencies, bringing visions to life through evocative visuals that inspire, communicate, and connect. My approach combines storytelling with technical craft—from lighting and color to post-production and brand imagery—so every frame becomes a timeless narrative that supports a brand’s voice and legacy.

Henry Amaku Ikpeme

I am Henry Amaku Ikpeme, also known as Henrylens_shotit, a Nigerian creative visionary, photographer, and cinematographer with over 8 years of professional excellence in visual storytelling, color grading, and art direction. I blend African authenticity with contemporary editorial style to create imagery that captures emotion, identity, and culture with cinematic precision. I have collaborated with fashion brands, music artists, models, and creative agencies, bringing visions to life through evocative visuals that inspire, communicate, and connect. My approach combines storytelling with technical craft—from lighting and color to post-production and brand imagery—so every frame becomes a timeless narrative that supports a brand’s voice and legacy.

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I am Henry Amaku Ikpeme, also known as Henrylens_shotit, a Nigerian creative visionary, photographer, and cinematographer with over 8 years of professional excellence in visual storytelling, color grading, and art direction. I blend African authenticity with contemporary editorial style to create imagery that captures emotion, identity, and culture with cinematic precision.

I have collaborated with fashion brands, music artists, models, and creative agencies, bringing visions to life through evocative visuals that inspire, communicate, and connect. My approach combines storytelling with technical craft—from lighting and color to post-production and brand imagery—so every frame becomes a timeless narrative that supports a brand’s voice and legacy.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Official Photographer / Studio Manager at Apollos Studios, Nsukka
January 1, 2016 - November 9, 2025
Conceptualized and executed creative photo sessions (portraits, weddings, fashion, commercial shoots); directed lighting setups, model posing, and shot composition to achieve brand-consistent visual quality; managed client consultations, scheduling, and post-production; organized photo walks and creative contests, boosting studio visibility by 40%.
Photography Intern at Kute Studios, Calabar
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2018
Assisted lead photographers in indoor and outdoor shoots; developed skills in photo editing and lighting adjustment; learned foundational color grading and retouching using the Adobe Suite.
Freelance Photographer Creative Visual Artist & Brand Storyteller at Self-Employed / Freelance
January 1, 2018 - November 9, 2025
Collaborated with brands and event planners to deliver customized imagery for brand storytelling; produced editorial and lifestyle campaigns featured on digital platforms; built a loyal client base through consistency, authenticity, and innovation.

Education

WASSCE (West African Senior School Certificate Examination) at Urban Boys Secondary School, Nsukka
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2016
Digital Content Creation for Visual Artists at Coursera
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023
Lighting & Composition Workshop at Canon Academy
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022
Certificate in Professional Photography at Udemy
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021

Qualifications

WASSCE (West African Senior School Certificate Examination)
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2016
Digital Content Creation for Visual Artists
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023
Lighting & Composition Workshop
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022
Certificate in Professional Photography
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services