With the 28th anniversary of Black History Month in February, let’s take advantage of the 28 opportunities to honor some of the talented black photographers who are now making history with their work.
Celebrating Black History Month
February has been designated as Black History Month by every US President since 1976. It is an annual opportunity to highlight and recognize the challenges, hardships, and accomplishments of the African American community in the United States. United States and abroad.
As we celebrate Black History Month, it’s important that we take the time to recognize the talented black photographers who are now making history with their work.
Here are 28 notable black photographers to celebrate each day in February:
- Tobi Shinobi: Award-winning international versatile photographer, videographer and creator based between London and Chicago.
- Kesha Lambert: Award-winning member of the Professional Photojournalist and Wedding Photojournalist Association of America (PPA).
- Brandon Ruffin: Photographer and visual artist based in Oakland.
- Denmark: Commercial, portrait and street photographer with a focus on the use of light and storytelling.
- Greg Noire: Award-winning portrait and live music photographer.
- Nitishia Johnson: Freelance photojournalist for sources like the Free Dallas Press, The New York Times, The Washington Post, and The Wall Street Journal.
- Steve Irby: Co-founder and director of Street Dreams magazine and artist in many fields.
- Paul Octavious: Photographer and creative director.
- Nolis Anderson: Lifestyle photographer and commercial portrait.
- Jermaine Horton: Award-winning portrait and wedding photographer and founder of The Art of Confidence Project.
- Dennis Cacho: Photographer, videographer, music producer.
- Humza Deas: NYC-based photographer and videographer.
- Ron Timehin: Landscape and lifestyle photographer.
- Karston Tanni: International environmental portrait photographer and director, specializing in lifestyle and fashion, based in New York City.
- Luther Redd: A creative photographer with a passion for interweaving stories, images, and unique storytelling.
- Chaz Langley: With a background in songwriting, Chaz brings an extra layer of storytelling to all of his content.
- Aundre Larrow: Photographers strive to understand and communicate what makes us who we are and our basic values.
- Leon Johnson: Award-winning portrait photographer.
- Tomayia Colvin: Dr. Tomayia Colvin is a nationally recognized senior brand and portrait photographer based in Houston.
- Keith Cephus: Wedding, lifestyle and portrait photographer.
- Shauna Wade: Travel, lifestyle and street photographer.
- Michael Aboya: Fine art and fashion photographer based in Ghana.
- Endia Beal: Beal’s work combines fine arts with social justice. She uses photography and video to reveal often overlooked and underappreciated experiences found only in people of color.
- Karl Shakur: Adventure photographer and visual artist based in Kansas.
- Christina Poku: London-based photographer and motion director.
- jessica nabongo: Detroit-born Ugandan-American photographer and entrepreneur whose job is to change the travel narrative and make travel spaces more inclusive.
- Jabari Jacobs: Atiguan-American visual artist specializing in commercial photography and editing, design, and filmmaking.
- Keydrin Franklin: Photographer and educator based in Fort Worth.
How to Honor and Support Black History Month
Here are a few ways you can honor and support Black History Month:
- Supporting black-owned businesses
- Read and share books written by black authors
- Learn about key black leaders and their contributions
- Donate to charities that support equality
- Participate in Black History Month celebrations
- Visit a black history museum
- Support black artists and their art
With all the ways you can get involved, support, and inspired by Black History Month, there’s no shortage of inspiration and ways to contribute to uplifting causes and artists.
Let us know how you celebrate Black History Month as a photographer, and be sure to share more notable artists or community initiatives in the comments section below!
Image used with permission of Tobi Shinobi.
