Notes

Ghanian photographer Nipah Dennis uses powerful imagery to explore the concept of identity. His captivating portraits tell stories of traditions and rituals that have been passed down through generations, and the moral and societal undercurrents he observes in his home country. This is achieved through compositional simplicity, choreographing his subjects by strategically removing them from busy urban life to create a focal point that highlights personal narratives beyond the collective. Drawing on his deep connection to Ghana’s history and his acute awareness of how Africa is portrayed globally, Dennis reflects on the broader human experience, holding up a mirror to our shared condition.

Dennis is a self-taught portrait and documentary photographer. His compelling curiosity for the medium began as a hobby and grew into a full-time career. Driven by an innate curiosity and a desire to document youth culture in underrepresented spaces, he creates powerful images within his everyday environment. "I seek to create works that do not only bring understanding to myself, but also to young people to give them an understanding of each other."