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Digital Catalogue: 2024 Josephine Ulrick and Win Schubert Photography Award

Hameed Akinwande

b. 2000 Lagos Nigeria, lives Sydney NSW

Let the Boys Play, 2024

digital print

Image courtesy of the artist © Hameed Akinwande

Artist Statement

Let the Boys Play is a visual journey that seeks to encapsulate the spirit, essence, and unabashed freedom of childhood - a journey filled with boundless imagination, unfiltered joy and the undying spirit of adventure.

This project is inspired by my childhood moments growing up in Nigeria, and aims to highlight the importance of creating a safe space where men of all ages can freely be themselves.

At its core, Let the Boys Play is not just for the 'boys'; it's a call to embrace authenticity, to see our old experiences with new eyes and to experience forgotten happiness with a single flick.

About the Artist

Hameed Akinwande is a Sydney-based photographer and Creative Director. He has combined his interest in capturing moments and fashion to telling different stories with his photos. He is often inspired by his surroundings and childhood memories in Nigeria. Hameed continues to evolve his vision and defines the way he expresses himself through his images.

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