sweetest taboo (12mins)

Michelle, a young Nigerian woman in London, finds herself trapped in a failing relationship with Jason, a self-absorbed entrepreneur who prioritises work over their love. On their one-year anniversary, Michelle plans to break up with him, but before she can, her traditional mother discovers their relationship through social media, pressuring her to end it.

latest work

A Commercial spec for Brook, Promoting safe sex and contraception across genders and identities.

Directed by Pierre Gashaganza and Scarlette Howard, this 30s advert promotes the act of caring for each other by wrapping up the things you care about. Accompanied by a spoken word piece by Pierre. Shot on 500t 16mm.

Director of Photography

LIGHTING DEPARTMENT

LIGHTING DEPARTMENT

The bread and butter of my work stems from working in the lighting department, across stills and motion, narrative and commercial projects

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About

I originally trained as an engineer specialising in electronics and robotics. I have decided to follow my passion and work in the film and TV industry. I work hard, learn quickly, am enthusiastic and show dedication to any task I am presented with. My engineering background has provided me with problem-solving skills that will be useful on and around sets. I am currently working full-time as a freelance lighting technician.