Nella Ngingo
2024
We are happy to announce that the Thami Mnyele Residency Award has been awarded to Nella Ngingo! She will join the residency from December 2024 until February 2025.
Nella Ngingo has been selected in collaboration with Motormond and curator, researcher and a founding director of Motormond Musoke Nalwoga. During her tim in the residency, she will focus on her work and research.
Nella Ngingo is a Burundian-born, Amsterdam-based photographer with an extensive background as a fashion model. Her experience in the industry has given her a unique ability to connect with her subjects in an intimate way, marking the beginning of her journey into visual storytelling. Her work celebrates identity, community, and the beauty of everyday life, often reflecting her journey as a queer, Black woman and her commitment to uplifting marginalized voices. Whether working in fashion or documentary, her photography is deeply rooted in her heritage.
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