WHAT IS NiPHEC?

Nigeria Photography Expo & Conference (NiPHEC) is an annual gathering of photography lovers, enthusiasts and professionals whose main goal is to learn, network and discover ways to take their photography to the next level. The conference was convened in 2013 and has witnessed thousands of photographers in attendance in attendance from inception till date. this year’s edition will hold from May 2nd to 4th, 2022. The photography conference includes photography lectures and workshops taught by some of the finest photography instructors and speakers on subjects such as lighting and posing, wedding photography, business and marketing, social media, software and workflow, and video and multimedia.

This year’s 9th edition will hold at Academy Inn & Multipurpose Halls, Agidingbi (Plot 6A Lateef Jakande, Road, Agidingbi, Ikeja). With over 600 participants expected to be in attendance, this year’s edition promises to be the most engaging and fulfilling experience of all.

Learning Objectives at NiPHEC9:

At NiPHEC9, participants will learn the following:

  • Learn what it takes to make a minimum of N6 million yearly in business
  • Network with many professionals in the industry as possible
  • Learn new mindsets, competencies and capabilities required to run a profitable photography business
  • Learn from the mistakes & insights of legends in the creative industry
  • Understand basic business skills required for effectively running a small business
  • Learn how to build the right structure for your photography business.
  • Effectively handle difficult clients
  • Learn the skills required to scale a photography business to profitability
  • Gain a solid foundational understanding of different genre of photography
  • Proactively plan and respond to industry change.
  • Be part of a weekly mentoring session via Zoom to discuss issues being faced in business

SPEAKERS

Conference speakers & facilitators slated for this year’s edition include (among others), Tunde Kelani, Joel Grimes, Zach Gray, Emeka Nobis, Opeyemi Kings, Kikelomo Solomon-Ayemi, Seun Akisanmi, Kayode Balogun, Busayo Yinusa, Emmanuel Okolo, Lanre Esho, Yemi Ajala, Bayo Farayola, Tayo Owosina, Obi Somto, Queen Iwo Akinyoyenu, Sarah Wells, Toye Peters, George Okoro, Adeniran Adesanya, Solomon Elohor, Stephen Yemi-Olaniyi, Rufus Anthony, Emem Akinyemiju, Damilola Elliott, Emmanuel Arewa, Dolapo Jenrola, David Onafuwa, Akin Ibitoye, Adenike Alonge, Babajide Ajayi, and many more.

Below is a pictorial gallery of the lineup of speakers & facilitators we’re expecting at NiPHEC 9.0

SCHEDULE

Gain invaluable insight from world-class photographers. Choose from over 40 educational breakout sessions and workshops led by top talent in the photography & cinematography industry. A detailed list of all sessions happening at NiPHEC 9.0 is listed below

NiPHEC 2022 speakers

Tunde Kelani
Interview Session

Kelechi Amadi Obi
Make Money Without Chasing Money

Zach Gray
Building Value, Niche Marketing & Specialization In Your Creative Business

Joel Grimes
Your Camera, Your Gold Mine

Emeka Nobis
Shameless Marketing For The Creative

Korede Olabanji
Acquiring & Managing High Profile Clients

Shola Animashaun
A Foundational Guide To Starting A Fulfilling Career in Photography

Emmanuel Arewa
Understanding The New Market Space/Making More Without Loosing Value

Kikelomo Solomon-Ayeni
Basic Accounting & Financial Management for Photographers

Emem Akinyemiju
A 90minutes Guide to Photographing WOMEN

Yemi Kings
Panel session

Hakeem Salaam
Landscape Photography 101

Demola Olaniran
Documentary Photography & its Impact On Politics

Adeniran Adesanya
Fineart photography: Potentials and Possibilities

Kayode Balogun
Drone Technology for Filming, Photography & Journalism

Alara Studios
A Guide To Posing Portraits

Busayo Speckles
A Beginner’s Guide to Discovering Your Niche in Photography

Seun Akisanmi
A Photographer’s Guide To Securing Retainerships

Yemi Ajala
Creating Cinematic Portraits

Bayo Farayola
Creating World-class Wedding Portraits

Rufus photobooks
A 90 minutes Guide To Making Photobooks

Nnena Fakoya Smith
Photography’s Impact on Tourism

Tayo Owosina
Mental Health for The Creative

Bernard Kalu
Documenting Your DAYS

Bayo Farayola
The Art & Business of Wedding Photography Portraits

Joel Adu
The Art of Storytelling Through Food

QueenIwo
Effective Management of Your Physical Body

Toye Peters
Maximizing Your Craft As A Multi-talented Creative

Sarah Wells
Understanding the Art and Business of Portrait Photography

George Okoro
Building a Profitable Photography Business

David Onafuwa
Graphics Design Basics Every Photographer Needs To Know

Akin Ibitoye
Closing the Digital Loopholes in Your Creative Business

Uzezi Isoko
9 Reasons Why Every Creative Needs To Publish A Book

Adenike Omogenaija Alonge
A Beginner’s Foundational Guide To Product Photography

Azeez Ayoola
A Professional’s Guide to Managing A Photography Studio

Richard Bamidele-Eko,
Finding Your Niche in a Seemingly-Saturated Ecosystem

Fred Erunkulu
Timing your WorkFlow Right – The Pomodoro Way

Babajide Ajayi
The Art of Pet Photography

Adesola Adeniyi
Introduction to Photoshop: Basics Every Photographer Needs To Know

Solomon Abe
Lighting for Portrait Photography

Tosin Ogeyingbo
Introduction to Events Livestreaming

Emmanuel Okolo
Panel Session, Cinematography

Lanre Esho
Panel session, A Creative’s Guide To Building A Profitable Wedding Cinematography Business

Damilola Elliott
Panel session

Anthony Osigue
Development Systems In Your Photography Business

Dolapo Jenrola
Financial Management for Creatives

David Coker
Introduction to Photoshop

Bowale Odukale/Olamide Egbayelo
Digital Marketing Basics for Creatives

Toun Buckles Memoirs
Child & Baby Photography

Abolaji Rasaq
Filmmaking Techniques For The Budding Filmaker

Obi Somto
Panel Session

Dr Femi Adewuyi
Breaking Into A New Market After Relocating

Abimbola Alfred
Panel Session


Rating: 5 out of 5.

“Educative”

I was able to learn my rights as a photographer at NiPHEC; things I should accept and shouldn’t  accept from my clients. I learnt how to understand my clients and give them more than what they expect. Also, it increased my lighting skills by the combination of video light with flash guns. I met with new and skillful photographers also.

Tunde

Rating: 5 out of 5.

“Fantastic Classes”

After four years of extreme photography training and practice, this conference thought more practical knowledge. The classes are fantastic with (Femi Coker). And Miss Adenike, All the way from Ekiti State, I say thank you.

Abolaji Matthew Babatunde

Rating: 5 out of 5.

“Excellent Methods”

NiPHEC gave me the opportunity to rub shoulders with the international professionals we can’t just come-by on the Nigeria road. It boosted my conviction and confidence as a photographer. I definitely got better and exposed to a more excellent way of expressing my imagination in frames.

Temitope

REGISTER

This year’s conference is organized like a buffet whereby you get to choose the sessions you want to attend. With over 40 specialized sessions to choose from, we are sure there’s a class for you at NiPHEC 9.0

However, we highly recommend you don’t procrastinate on registering as classes get filled up on a first come first serve basis. Although a detailed list of classes will be uploaded by April 13, we highly suggest you register early to book you slot.

Each registration ticket permits participants to attend ALL sessions holding between 9am on May 2 to 5pm on May 4.

Registration fee:

Payment before April 17: N45,000

Payment after April 17: N50,000

Conference Venue: Academy Inn & Multipurpose Halls, Plot 6A Lateef Jakande Road, Agidingbi, Ikeja, Lagos.

Payment and registration can be made by clicking HERE

For Questions & Enquiries, call 23408160810120 or 234-07030832209 or email info@niphec.com

TESTIMONIALS

Just like yesterday when I heard about NiPHEC in 2013 which was my first year in this profession as a Professional Photographer; I attended the free session and my mind was blow, and I planned ahead for the following edition and I didn’t regret that I attended and even advice my friends to attend the conference… NiPHEC has helped me develop gain more awesome skills and knowledge in the photography profession, Business and Law. NiPHEC; “an incredible learning & networking platform for all Photographers”.

Olateru Tosin Couvercle Media

2016 edition was my first time attending and it completely blew my mind. Right from start to finish; the packaging was strong, but more strong was the CONTENT. The opportunity it gave me to meet the ‘high and mighty’ in the industry was another high point for me – it was greatly inspiring to hear from them. My passion was fired up and so was my knowledge base! I will say I got far..farrrrrrr….more than the fee that was charged! Thanks and thanks #NiPHEC.

Akinlabi Afolarin Joseph.

NIPHEC is an awesome innovation. I really enjoyed the city tour (Akure) held July 6-7, 2017. Meeting with Seun Akisanmi and learning not just about the technical aspect of photography was mind blowing for me. I loved the fact that I was able to relate freely with him as well as the other tutor -Akinlabi Afolarin. What NIPHEC is doing makes me proud to say I am a photographer and i look forward to more.

Alalade Daniel Oluwadara

As a female photographer in a male-dominated field, coming to NiPHEC 2013 helped me to be more confident and believe in my dreams. I acquired a lot of old, new, simple and complex skills of taking good shots. I also learnt how to use natural light to my advantage and how to manage my business, get the right clients, manage them and get the job done WELL. Attending the conference also helped me to know that I’m not alone in this field as a female. I met and networked with a lot of photographers, a lot of whom have been my friend and which I can call on anytime I need help.

 Taiwo

NiPHEC was my first ever contact with professional photography. I didn’t have any camera then, & it was d beginning of my career as a photographer. However, i was so glad because I learnt a lot about the basics i needed to move forward. It inspired me to push myself to learn more, realizing it was much more technical than I thought. As to networking, 80% of the photographers I know now was through NiPHEC. I met the seniors in the industry and heard what was happening and ultimately decided that THIS IS HOW I WANT TO ROLL.

Grace

I had my first experience with NiPHEC in 2015 where I learnt the basic principles in photography including hands on training and even more than I bargained for.

I had been taking pictures with my phone and I decided to take the bold step in learning more about photography and NiPHEC was the perfect platform for this and is still is.

Its always an opportunity I look forward to, as I get to meet top professionals in Nigeria and even international photographers who have encouraged me through my photography journey.It gets better over the years as there’s always something new to take home.

I can categorically say that NiPHEC has been the best thing that has happened to me photographically.😊❤

Adeyemi Sekinah


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