Adebayo Jolaoso

Adebayo Jolaoso (b. 1994) is a Nigerian fashion and contemporary photographer. Born and raised in Lagos, Nigeria.

Adebayo Jolaoso is best known for his engaging fashion inspired images, inspired by black models, the idea of form and fashion from the Modern Nigerian perspective. Adebayo's work focuses on the relationship between Art and Commerce and the proper representation of Nigerian models and Nigerian fashion.

Adebayo Jolaoso holds a BSc in Sociology from the the University of Ilorin, kwara state, Nigeria.

He has been featured in fashion magazines and platforms such as Nataal media, Pansy Magazine, Africa Is Now Magazine, Schick magazine, Sicky Magazine, Anon Magazine and Slippage Magazine.

Adebayo has also worked on fashion projects with different brands such as Lagos fashion week, Gtbank fashion weekend, Elite Model look West Africa, Arise Fashion week, Mai Atafo (Atafo), Polo luxury, Andrea Iyamah, Bridget Awosika, Shea Moisture and Adidas.

Adebayo draws inspiration from great photographers like Mario testino, Richard Avedon, Peter Lindbergh, Mario Sorrenti and Nick Knight.