I’m back from Nigeria, and all I can say is WOW, what a trip. Chichi and Emeka were very nice in having this outfit made for me to wear during the wedding. I have some catching up to do, but I will post images from the wedding as soon as I can. Thanks go to [...]
Posted on March 23rd, 2007 by Climie
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We’ve had a very busy few days without internet access. We flew out of Lagos and landed in Owerri, then drove on to Arondizuogu where the ceremony would be held. It will be a little while before I can get a proper preview up for this ceremony. For now, the opening image will give you [...]
Posted on March 20th, 2007 by Climie
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Today was spent running more errands in order to get everything done for Chichi’s wedding. I have really enjoyed tagging along. The highlight of my day was getting permission to shoot in the shop the seamstress runs. I plan on making a post dedicated just to this seamstress, but I’ll just say she is really [...]
Posted on March 15th, 2007 by Climie
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The population density in Lagos is pretty amazing. The entire city is buzzing constantly, everywhere, all the time. The local markets are even more busy. It’s like Christmas Eve at the mall, times ten, all day every day. They have some cool little bikes. They are very much an extension of their personality. Most have [...]
Posted on March 15th, 2007 by Climie
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What a day! It’s the end of a very long first day in Lagos, Nigeria. Here is a tease. I’ll be back tomorrow to post more!
Posted on March 14th, 2007 by Climie
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Today I set out from Atlanta on my way to Nigeria to photograph a wedding. The first leg of the trip is done. I am posting from Schiphol airport in Amsterdam, waiting for our flight into Lagos. It’s cold here, and foggy, and I just want to get to warmer climate. This sunrise was while [...]
Posted on March 13th, 2007 by Climie
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Today I picked up my Entry Visa and got my vaccinations for my trip to Africa to shoot a wedding. This will prove to be one of the most amazing experiences of my life, and I am looking forward to visiting Nigeria and meeting its people. Igba Nkwu Nwanyi is the name of the ceremony [...]
Posted on February 13th, 2007 by Climie
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Ok, so it’s not a direct flight, and the plane will be much bigger, but barring any paperwork snags preventing me from entering Nigeria, I am slated to go Africa in 2007 to cover the first of two weddings for one of my couples. These are really exciting times, and I am looking forward to [...]
Posted on December 28th, 2006 by Climie
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