A foremost Nigerian creative photographer Kelechi Amadi-Obi will deliver a keynote address at the maiden Southeast Photography Exhibition scheduled to hold at the International Convention Center, Awka on August 31.
Angel Network News (ANN) reports that
the Photography Exhibition entitled “The Forgotten Country” is organised by Natesa Consulting, a Strategic Communication and Public Relations firm in collaboration with Anambra Government.
A renowned painter and artist Amadi-Obi,
will be joined by Lucas Ugo, Veteran Photographer and representatives from Centre for Memories asguests of honour.
Chief Don Onyenji, Commissioner of Culture, Entertainment and Tourism will also be a special guest at the event.
Co-Founder of Natesa Consulting, Augusta Nnadi said ‘The Forgotten Country’ would be a trail blazer on documentary photography in the Southeast
Nnadi said about 140 entries were received from no fewer than 35 photographers and top 35 pictures which aligned with the theme were selected for the exhibition.
She said the premiere event would give attendees the opportunity to enjoy arts, celebrate culture and have a good time as they learnt how to maximise the potential of documentary photography.
“The Forgotten Country will showcase select pieces from artists that stimulate a feeling of nostalgia, recalling the glory of a country that was once.
“The Aug. 31 Exhibition will showcase select pieces from partner veterans and rising photographers covering photos of people, sights, architecture and other works.
“It will be the first photography exhibition to be held in the Southeast and also a soft launch for Natesa, a Strategic Communications and Public Relation operations,” he said.
ANN gathered that the the programme has been endorsed by Anambra State Ministry of Culture, Entertainment and Tourism.
