Digital Catalogue: 2024 Josephine Ulrick and Win Schubert Photography Award

Richmond Kobla Dido

b. 1993 Accra Ghana, lives Sydney NSW

Within, 2024

medium format film photograph

Image courtesy of the artist © Richmond Kobla Dido

Artist Statement

Within is a portrait of model Halla Madol wearing a 2024 design by Australian designer Romance Was Born. The portrait is a striking representation of the inner battles and triumphs of the creative soul, a testament to the relentless pursuit of self-expression.

About the Artist

Richmond Kobla Dido works across many genres that explores and documents black lived experiences.

Inspired by photographers such as Malick Sidibe and, more recently, Zanele Muholi, Richmond aims to inspire his community and open important conversations. Richmond's practice as a photographer is all about creating safe spaces for people to tell their stories and to have a visual document for future reference. He aspires for his imagery to positively encourage a connection and understanding between the viewer and the subject.


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