Robert Augustus Abban (born 29 March 1989) popularly known as Rob Photography is a Ghanaian photographer and cinematographer.[1][2][3][4]
Robert Augustus Abban | |
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| Born | Robert Augustus Abban 29 March 1989 |
| Nationality | Ghanaian |
| Other names | Rob Photography |
| Alma mater | National Vocational and Technical Institute, Zepto Professional Trainining Institute |
| Occupation(s) | photographer , cinematographer |
Early life and education
editHe was born at Saltpond in the Central Region of South Ghana. He started his early education at SS Peter and Paul Anglican School, Mfantsiman Basic DA School and his secondary school at National Vocational and Technical Institute, Biriwa, Cape Coast . He received a Diploma in Media Studies from Zepto Professional Trainining Institute, Accra.[5]
Career
editRobert started taking photographs of close family as a teenager and collection of snapshots from his daily life. He came into the Ghanaian creative scene first, most notably, as an event photographer. Robert's photographic career has included photographing a diverse list of Ghanaian celebrities, including Sarkodie,Stonebwoy, Shatta Wale, Kuami Eugene.[6] His work has featured at Ghana Music Awards UK, Ghana Music Awards USA, 3Music Awards, among others.[7][8]
Awards and recognitions
edit- 2019, Best Event Photographer Winner – Ghana Events Awards[9][10]
- 2020, Photographer of the Year, Nominee – Ghana National Communications Awards[11]
- 2021, Listed as Nominee – 50 Most Influential Young Ghanaians, Avance Media[12][13]
- 2022, Best Photographer, Listed as Nominee – Ghana Entertainment Awards, USA[14][15]
- 2022, Best Event Photographer, Winner – Ghana Style Awards[16]
References
edit- ^ "Robert Abban: Meet Ghanaian photographer who has worked with the top celebrities in Ghana". yen.com.gh. 2019-12-18. Retrieved 2022-08-22.
- ^ "Passion and professionalism: Winning formula for Rob Photography". yen.com.gh. 2020-05-22. Retrieved 2022-08-22.
- ^ "Stonebwoy's Resident Photographer, Rob Photography Wins Best Event Photographer of the Year Award At Ghana Events Awards, 2019". ghgossip.com. 2019-08-31. Retrieved 2022-08-22.
- ^ "Ghanaian Photographer Calls Out Millionaire Nana Kwame Bediako". nydjlive.com. 2021-01-06. Retrieved 2022-08-22.
- ^ "Meet Rob Photography; Ghanaian event and travel photographer". www.ghanaweb.com. 2019-05-14. Retrieved 2022-08-22.
- ^ "Ghanaian celebs are stingy, they don't pay photographers their due – Rob Photography alleges". ghanaweb.com. 28 April 2019. Retrieved 2022-08-22.
- ^ "Rob Photography in partnership with Alordia Promotions announces Summer Tour for UK, Europe!". beeniewords.com. 23 May 2022. Retrieved 2022-08-22.
- ^ "Ghana Music Awards USA Honours Rob Photography". kobbykyeinews.com. 18 December 2020. Retrieved 2022-08-22.
- ^ "GEA: Rob Photography wins 'Best Event Photographer of the year'". ghanaweb.com. 3 September 2019. Retrieved 2022-08-22.
- ^ "Ghana Event Awards 2019: Full List Of Winners". ghanaweb.com. September 2019. Retrieved 2022-08-22.
- ^ "Full 2020 National Communications Awards Nominees List – Kuulpeeps.com, Others Included". kuulpeeps.com. Retrieved 2022-08-22.
- ^ "Top 50 Ghanaian Influencers in Africa Announced by ICS Africa and Avance Media". avancemedia.org. Retrieved 2022-08-22.
- ^ "Bola Ray, Claudia Lumor, Jerry Adjorlolo among 2021 top 50 event influencers in Africa". ghanaweb.com. 28 August 2021. Retrieved 2022-08-22.
- ^ "Check out the full list of winners at the Ghana Entertainment Awards, USA". ghanaweb.com. 11 July 2022. Retrieved 2022-08-22.
- ^ "Full List Of Nominees For The 2022 Ghana Entertainment Awards USA". ghgossip.com. 23 May 2022. Retrieved 2022-08-22.
- ^ "Rob photography wins best event photographer 2022". attractivemustapha.com. 24 May 2022. Retrieved 2022-08-22.