About
Execution at the intersection of passion and purpose.
That is the ethos of self-taught artist Tayo Kuku Jr. as he captures a variety of cultures and identities through his unique lens. The Nigerian native began his career in Civil Engineering, but soon shifted his focus to follow his passion of photography— a medium through which he explores and celebrates human life and experiences via captivating imagery and visual storytelling. Whether capturing a model or a product, his keen attention to detail elevates the subject. He brings a unique perspective to his work, manipulating colors and infusing his images with an undeniable vibrancy. In his years behind the lens, Tayo has grown his client and partner base to include Audi, Adobe, Nike, LVMH, Nasdaq, Toyota. My work has been featured in a variety of publications including Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar, InStyle, Essence, The Hollywood Reporter.
He plans on continuing to push the art of storytelling by amplifying a multitude of voices through his photography and creative direction. Born and raised in Nigeria, Tayo lives in Los Angeles but works globally.
Exhibitions
2022
something i can feel. the roosevelt collection. chicago, il.
2021
something i can feel. the roosevelt collection. chicago, il.
2021
complexcon. long beach convention center. long beach, ca.
2020
we were them that dreamed. mehari sequar gallery. washington, dc.
2019
fruits of naij. okay space. brooklyn, ny.
2019
p96 summer experience. re:gen:cy. brooklyn, ny.
2019
raw artists: evoke. the fillmore. silver spring, md.
2018
june. ghost studios. brooklyn, ny.
Clients
Apple
Adobe
BET
Carol's Daughter
Dark & Lovely
Kith
McDonald's
Macy's
Master & Dynamic
Nasdaq
Nike
Savage X Fenty
Showtime
Shudder
Timberland
Universal Music Group
