One of the most important photographers of our time, Ed Kashi uses the medium as a means of exploring geopolitical and social issues that define our times. A creative and innovative visual storyteller he has covered a variety of subjects over the years, including, the oil industry’s exploitation of the Niger Delta, in his award-winning body of work ‘Black Gold’.

During his career, he has received a host of additional awards and accolades. His work has been exhibited worldwide and published in a host of prestigious publications including National Geographic and TIME. Represented by the prestigious VII Agency, Kashi is considered a leading voice in this field and frequently lectures on a wide range of topics for arts institutions, universities, and professional organizations.

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2019 Visual Storytelling Award