James Iroha Uchechukwu
2008
James Iroha Uchechukwu (1972, Nigeria) is the leading light of a new generation of Nigerian photographers. Fusing the documentation of everyday reality with the creative language of imagery, he is expanding the possibilities of photography in the local context. His high-quality images reflect the diverse realities of people who form the mix of cultures and influences in the megacity that is Lagos. Fire, Flesh and Blood, a body of work depicting open-air abattoirs, won the Elan Prize at African Photography Encounters (2005) in Mali. While documentary in inspiration, the series plunges the viewer into a chaos of colour, smoke and close-ups, capturing intense moments that are at once harsh, powerful and poetic. Uchechukwu was a founding member of the Depth of Field (DOF) collective of talented young photographers who have created strong exhibitions in Nigeria and abroad.
James Iroha Uchechukwu (Nigeria) works on a new project in Amsterdam during his stay at the Thami Mnyele studio in Nov - Dec 2008. James Iroha Uchechukwu is one of the 2008 Prince Claus Award Recipients.
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