ON THE RISE MEET ISHIAKU DAMISA

Pictures are the rave now. And as much as we love seeing these beautiful models who makes both ladies and guys glamorous we're also fascinated by the people who make these pictures beautiful, the photographers. Alot of us don't know the magic that goes on behind the lens and we believe it's just a click of the camera, But then there's more to the click. We don't know this because we haven't found love behind that click (probably we just stick to being in front of it) and appreciate the people who have which is why Today we'll be interviewing a young man who found love behind that click. 

He's the most fun loving and motivated person you will meet. His pictures have a type of magic surrounding it and the way he handles the camera if you didn't feel good before you won't have any doubt that your picture will turn out great. He's a 100level student in Afe Babalola university who is quickly making waves in and around his school. He's quirky, he's funny and working with him is easy as he has a gentle nature, a kind attitude towards everybody and of course the Midas touch with his Rebel Camera. Meet him as he raises to fame and get to know him better from our interview. 

Name?
I am Ishiaku Damisa. 

 

Tell us abit about you?
I'm fun once you get know me, I know I can be annoying lol but let's forget about that part.

What type of camera do you use?
I use a Canon Rebel T6.

 

How do you train yourself to take better pictures?
I follow so many photography pages on instagram. So on a normal day I look at them. During the shoot, I remember what I saw and I try to make it better.

Describe a typical workday for you?
It's basically a busy day because I have classes to attend. I take pictures on my free time or weekends.  

How do you describe your style of work?
I describe it as " In Vogue " and "Very intriguing".

Which has been your most challenging shoot ever?
Haven't had any yet.  

What attracted you to want to be a photographer?
The first time I took a picture of my class mate in ss3, saw it was good. After that day I decided to be behind the camera/lens.

Among your works, which is your favorite and why?
My favorite is with Rukky, when she called me for a photoshoot, tho I had to use her camera. It was the easiest & most fun.

 

Who's your mentor in photography?
T-sticks.

What challenges do you face as a photographer?
Some people classify me as a common  camera man which makes me feel low atimes.

What motivates you to continue taking pictures?
When ever I see a good picture, it makes me want to do a better job. I always feel I can do better than this. 

 

If you were 80 years old what would you tell your children?
Always appreciate God in whatever you do and whatever you're good at & you love doing. Put in all your mind into it.

A farmer has seventeen sheep. All but nine of them die. How many sheep does he have left?
The answer is 9 actually.

If 3 peacocks lay 5 eggs in 8 days, how many peacocks will lay 29 eggs in 76 days?
47 is the answer.

 

List 5 words to describe your character?
Fun, annoying, caring, hardworking and loving.

What new projects are you working On?
Currently working on none. Tho I have more photo shoot this semester.

 

Tell us About this Award show going on at your school that you would want to be Nominated for?
So basically, this is the first award show going on in Afebabalola university. I'm only in 100 level. I'm the only 100 level photographer/student about to be nominated for this category "Photography of the year". It'll be a boost for me when I win or finally get nominated for this category. 

 

Where do you see yourself in the next 10years?
I see myself amongst the best of best. Teaching others the basics of photography & how to take pictures.

Contacts( IG, Facebook, twitter, snapchat?
Instagram: _6.19
Snapchat: king_damisa