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Amazing Klef

Okwuchukwu Martins Dominic // ⓘ (born September 13, 1994), known professionally as Amazing Klef, is a Nigerian photographer and creative director.[1][2]

Amazing Klef
Born
Okwuchukwu Martins Dominic

(1994-09-13) 13 September 1994 (age 30)
Ojo, Lagos, Nigeria
CitizenshipNigerian
Occupation(s)Photographer, Multifaceted Creative
Years active2016–present
OrganizationAKtivated
Websitetheamazingklef.com

Early life

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Born in Ojo, Lagos, Nigeria, he was raised by his Igbo parents, his mother was a trader and his father a transporter. He developed a passion for visual art, graphic design, photography, and cinematography when he was barely 18 years old.[3]

Career

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Amazing Klef began his career as a graphic designer, and soon realized that he needed to learn photography to enhance his graphic designs. This necessity led him into photography.[3][4]

He has collaborated with brands such as Pepsi, Bet9ja, MTN, GTBank, Hennessy, ASUS, Mirinda, UNICAF, Desperados, LG, European Union, TECNO Mobile, BBC News, OPPO, Mavin Records, Chocolate City, and many other brands.[5][6][7]

Amazing Klef has also worked with notable personalities, including Tiwa Savage, 2face, Olamide, Flavour, DJ Khaled, Rema, Toke Makinwa, KiDi, Nancy Isime, Rita Dominic, Tayo Aina, Blaqbonez, Rudeboy of P-square, Laycon, Bimbo Ademoye, Ice Prince, 9ice, Sarkodie, Broda Shaggi, DJ Spinall, and many more superstars in the entertainment, creative, and professional fields.[8][9][10][11]

AKtivated

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He is the founder of AKtivated Studios, a content production brand, creative label, and studio space in Lagos, Nigeria. Amazing Klef also established the Amazing Klef Academy, an online and physical creative education platform that has partnered with brands like TECNO mobile to teach photography and provide courses and digital assets to people worldwide.[12][13][14]

He also founded AKtivated TV, an online entertainment platform with over 25 million views cumulatively, known for creating breakout music content in Nigeria. Since 2019, Amazing Klef has signed and developed creatives through the AKtivated Creative Label, a platform that provides young and promising photographers, videographers, and creatives with the resources they need to succeed.[15][16][17][18]

Achievements and recognition

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Amazing Klef has gained significant achievements and recognition in the creative industry. He recently became the first Brand Ambassador for ASUS Laptops in Nigeria.[19] Previously an influencer and official creator for OPPO Mobile Nigeria, he now holds the same role for TECNO Mobile Nigeria.[20][21] Notably, he is the first Nigerian photographer to give a TED talk.[22] In 2022, he received the Trendupp Awards “Force of Creative” award, adding to his accolades which include the Scream Awards for ‘Best Photographer & Visual Artist’, the AFAA Photography Award. and he was nominated for the 6th edition NET Honours.[23][24][25][26]

In 2018, Amazing Klef worked on a project for the BBC, capturing images for graffiti artist INSA’s visit to Nigeria.[27][28] His photography has also been featured on Big Brother Naija season 5 and in cover images for a Netflix movie.[29][30] Additionally, he has been featured in several magazines, TV and radio interviews, and publications, including TVC’s Wakeup Nigeria, BeatFM, Wazobia FM, City FM, Spice TV, SHOWMAX’s afrobeats documentary among others.[31][32]

See also

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References

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  2. ^ Khiran, Nikki (2022-11-03). "Behind The Lens – LeVogue Magazine". Retrieved 2024-07-10.
  3. ^ a b Momoh, Siaka (2024-01-07). "Photography has grown into a multi-million dollar industry with advancing technologies – Amazing Klef". Businessday NG. Retrieved 2024-07-10.
  4. ^ "Amazing Klef: The eccentric photographer revolutionising image creation in Nigeria". Guardian Nigeria News. 2023-02-13. Retrieved 2024-07-13.
  5. ^ Amazing Klef (2023-06-27). Get a Scholarship to study for a British Master's Degree!. Retrieved 2024-08-02 – via YouTube.
  6. ^ "Behance". www.behance.net. October 2023. Retrieved 2024-08-02.
  7. ^ "Published Photographer & Multifaceted Creative | Amazing Klef | Lagos". amazingklef. Retrieved 2024-08-02.
  8. ^ "Aktivated Vision: How Amazing Klef is Changing the Game in Photography and Beyond" – THISDAYLIVE". www.thisdaylive.com. Retrieved 2024-08-02.
  9. ^ "Rudeboy Serves Women in a Special Way – THISDAYLIVE". www.thisdaylive.com. Retrieved 2024-08-02.
  10. ^ Soundcity (2018-02-01). "KCEE is drenched in new photoshoot, see photos!". Soundcity. Retrieved 2024-08-02.
  11. ^ "Published Photographer & Multifaceted Creative | Amazing Klef | Lagos". amazingklef. Retrieved 2024-08-02.
  12. ^ BellaNaija.com (2022-06-23). "Watch WhiteMoney's energetic performance of his single "Nà We-We"". BellaNaija. Retrieved 2024-08-02.
  13. ^ "Listen to Zlatan's Latest EP 'Road to CDK' - Okayplayer". www.okayafrica.com. Retrieved 2024-08-02.
  14. ^ Africa, B. I. (2022-02-28). "TECNO partners the amazing Klef Academy, trains upcoming creatives in photography masterclass on studio portraits". Business Insider Africa. Retrieved 2024-08-02.
  15. ^ "AKtivated TV's 5th Anniversary: Unveiling a Bold Vision at Terra Kulture – THISDAYLIVE". www.thisdaylive.com. Retrieved 2024-08-02.
  16. ^ Tv, Bn (2022-06-13). "Lade delivers an energetic performance of viral "Adulthood Anthem" on Aktivated TV". BellaNaija. Retrieved 2024-08-02.
  17. ^ Tv, Bn (2020-12-17). "Rexxie & MohBad team up for the Live Performance of "KPK (Ko Por Ke)" on AKtivated Sessions". BellaNaija. Retrieved 2024-08-02.
  18. ^ BellaNaija.com (2023-05-25). "Shallipopi Delivers Stunning Performance of "Sharpiru" on AKtivated Sessions | Watch on BN TV". BellaNaija. Retrieved 2024-08-02.
  19. ^ "Aktivated Vision: How Amazing Klef is Changing the Game in Photography and Beyond" – THISDAYLIVE". www.thisdaylive.com. Retrieved 2024-07-10.
  20. ^ Africa, B. I. (2022-02-28). "TECNO partners the amazing Klef Academy, trains upcoming creatives in photography masterclass on studio portraits". Business Insider Africa. Retrieved 2024-07-10.
  21. ^ Online, Tribune (2024-05-21). "TECNO's CAMON 30 photo challenge masterclass with Amazing Klef". Tribune Online. Retrieved 2024-07-10.
  22. ^ "Truth Zombie Concept". www.truthzombieconcept.com. Retrieved 2024-08-01.
  23. ^ "NET Honours: ID Africa Unveils Nominees For 6th Edition of People's Choice Awards". SocietyNow. 2022-06-23. Retrieved 2024-08-01.
  24. ^ "NET Honours: Full List of Class of 2022 Winners - Nigerian Entertainment Today". 2022-07-01. Retrieved 2024-08-01.
  25. ^ "D'banj, Linda Ikeji, Don Jazzy grab Scream All Youth Awards 2016 nomination – Nigerian Entertainment Today". 2016-10-13. Retrieved 2024-07-10.
  26. ^ "Aktivated Vision: How Amazing Klef is Changing the Game in Photography and Beyond" – THISDAYLIVE". www.thisdaylive.com. Retrieved 2024-07-10.
  27. ^ BellaNaija.com (2018-07-09). "BBC World Service commissions Huge Art Installation in University of Lagos". BellaNaija. Retrieved 2024-08-01.
  28. ^ Chris, Agabi (2018-07-15). "'Make more of your world' campaign goes to Unilag - Daily Trust". dailytrust. Retrieved 2024-08-01.
  29. ^ "Day 55: Picture me". Day 55: Picture me. Retrieved 2024-08-01.
  30. ^ "Aktivated Vision: How Amazing Klef is Changing the Game in Photography and Beyond" – THISDAYLIVE". www.thisdaylive.com. Retrieved 2024-08-02.
  31. ^ "Amazing Klef". MyStreetz Magazine. Retrieved 2024-08-01.
  32. ^ mobileapp (2020-02-20). "Amazing Klef Tries Returning To His First Love - Rapping | EP 673". PURE ENTERTAINMENT. Retrieved 2024-08-02.
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