”I EXPRESS MYSELF AND PUT SMILES ON PEOPLE’S FACES WITH PHOTOGRAPHY”BOP INTERVIEWS AJAYI OLUWASEUN

Ajayi Oluwaseun also known as Seun visuals  is a portrait, event and fashion photographer based in Nigeria. She’s currently a student of Babcock University majoring in Public and Allied health. Photography to Oluwaseun  is a means at which she can express herself fully and also put smiles on peoples faces.

• KINDLY INTRODUCE YOURSELF?

My name is Ajayi Oluwaseun Eunice also known as Seun visuals. I am a portrait and event photographer based in Nigeria

• WHAT WAS GROWING UP LIKE FOR YOU?

Growing up I was always engaged in various activities that were directly or indirectly linked to Photography. I grew up with supportive people who always motivated and supported my dream towards photography.

• WHAT’S YOUR EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND?

I attended premier international school, Abuja for my primary education and Glisten International Academy, Abuja, for my secondary education. I am currently a student of Babcock University final year undergraduate student majoring in Public and Allied Health

• WHAT GENRE OF PHOTOGRAPHY ARE YOU INTO?

Portrait, Event and Fashion photography

• HOW WILL YOU DESCRIBE YOUR PHOTOGRAPHY STYLE?

I will describe my photography style as unique and artistic. I will also consider it as aesthetically pleasing.

• WHAT DOES PHOTOGRAPHY MEAN TO YOU?

Photography is a means at which I can express myself fully and also put smiles on people’s faces.

•  HOW DID YOU GET INTO PHOTOGRAPHY?

I got into photography in my first year of university. I joined the photography unit in my church after that time I fell in love with it. I took advantage of my summer holiday and learnt photography online using YouTube during the holiday.

• WHERE/WHO DO YOU DRAW YOUR INSPIRATION FROM?

I get my inspiration from God, the family and nature.

• WHAT MAKES A GOOD PICTURE STAND OUT FROM THE AVERAGE?

By being unique. A person should be able to see my work and know it is my work.

 

• WHOSE WORK HAS INFULENCED YOU MOST?

The first person to influence me as a photographer was Oriakhi Joshua (dream splash ). He trained me all through my journey as a photographer.

 

• AS A PHOTOGRAPHER WHAT  IS YOUR ADVICE TO OTHER PHOTOGRAPHERS YOUR AGE CONSIDERING A CAREER IN PORTRAIT OR ANY GENRE OF PHOTOGRAPHY?

As a young photographer be prayerful through out your journey and do not underestimate yourself. It might seem tough at a point but never give up.

 

To know and check more of Oluwaseun works follow her works on Instagram @Seun Ajayi (@seun_visuals)