African Identity Through Dreamy
Portraiture
Lohi Simone Akharume @lohisimone is redefining portrait photography with a fresh, soulful vision. Born in Brent, England, and raised in Lagos, Nigeria, this young artist (b. 2003) uses her camera to restore the softness and warmth often erased from African identities. A Media and Communication graduate from pan Atlantic university , @lohisimone ’s work is a beautiful blend of rich earth tones and fantasy-inspired color grading that transports viewers into dreamy, ethereal worlds.
Her portraits are more than images—they’re emotional experiences, anchored by the expressive eyes of her subjects and crafted through careful lighting and staging. @lohisimone ‘s art bridges culture and imagination, inviting us to see familiar stories through a lens of vulnerability and profound beauty.
Currently, she’s pushing boundaries beyond traditional photography, experimenting with interactive installations and unconventional printing to create sensory, tactile art that invites viewers to step inside the story. With features in top publications and exhibitions like @angelsandmuse , Lohi Simone Akharume is a visionary to watch in contemporary art and culture.
