Workshops
13 days to the eventSat 25 AprOnlineAssignments come with expectations, constraints and responsibility. Learn how to approach editorial and NGO briefs with award winning Nigerian photojournalist Taiwo Aina as she shares practical insight on navigating assignments with purpose.
48 days to the eventSat 30 MayOnlineStrong photographs still need words. Join curator and writer Anne Nwakalor for a practical 3-hour workshop on writing captions, project texts, and artist statements that support your images without overexplaining them.
Scholarships & Sponsorships
Scholarships
For each workshop, we reserve a few free or discounted places for photographers who cannot afford the ticket price but are eager to learn and participate fully. We prioritise applications from photographers who live and work within the African continent. To apply, click the button below. Scholarship places are limited, so we encourage early requests. Only selected applicants will be contacted.
Sponsorships
We also welcome individuals, organisations, or companies that would like to sponsor others to attend, whether it’s emerging photographers, students, or your own staff. Sponsored places provide recipients with full access to the workshop and its materials.
To sponsor one or more places, email partnerships@nowahalamedia.com with: Your name or organisation, how many places you would like to sponsor, and whether you have specific people in mind or would like us to select from our scholarship list.
Testimonials
Taslimah Woli, Lagos, Nigeria
"The breakout session and coming up with a photo story really stood out for me. I was particularly glad to learn that storytelling in photojournalism goes beyond single images".
Michi Masumi, Medway, Kent
“I now understand more clearly the distinctions between documentary photography and photojournalism. The session inspired me to do more within my photo series work.”
Workshop Participant, London
“The workshop gave me fundamental information on photojournalism and what it truly means. I now have a clearer understanding of how to tell a visual story.”
Caleb Ishaya Oseshi, Abuja, Nigeria
“I learnt how to sequentially tell a story through photographs. It has helped me see stories around me differently.”
John Israel, Lagos, Nigeria
“I learned the difference between photojournalism and documentary photography. It gave me a whole new understanding of visual storytelling.”
Oghenemaro Akpobasaha, Benin City, Nigeria
“The workshop gave me confidence to talk about my work and connect with other photographers in a meaningful way.”