Ecobank Nigeria has concluded plans to host a Photography, Arts, and Design Exhibition (PADE) as part of activities to commemorate this year’s World Photography Day.
Usually celebrated on August 19, the World Photography Day
is an annual, worldwide celebration of the art, craft, science, and history of
photography.
Head, Marketing and Corporate Communications, Ecobank
Nigeria, Jide Sipe said the exhibition was conceived by the bank to help
showcase the brilliance of Nigerian creatives to the world.
He stated that the 3-day event themed “A Canvas for Africa’s
Creatives “will hold in its state-of-the-art head office complex, Ecobank Pan
African Centre (EPAC) on Ozumba Mbadiwe, Victoria Island from Friday, August 19
to Sunday, August 21, 2022.
Mr. Sipe added that the general public is invited to attend
free of charge, as the exhibition is part of the bank’s current strategy as a
Pan African Bank to sustain its legacy as a foremost supporter of the creative industry
in the country.
According to him, it provides a platform for harnessing and
powering the creativity of the African continent.
Furthermore, the event will witness an assemblage of
creative influencers in photography, visual arts, vocal and dramatic arts, and
designs.
There will also be digital engagement ideas for creatives,
photography contests, and draws on social media, amongst others.
“At the event, we expect portrait photographers, event
photographers, landscape photo artists, and basically everyone with lenses to
capture moments and frame memories in time.
“We also expect creative influencers in visual arts such as
painters, calligraphers, cartoonists, make-up artists, and basically everyone
good with a brush or pen. In attendance too will be spoken word poets,
influencers, videographers, and basically everyone who can compose a distinct
audio-visual reality.
“We are in contact with architects, interior designers,
graphic designers, and basically everyone who enjoys bringing abstractions to
life. There will also be side attractions, including games, photo booths,
performances, VR station for kids, and 3D virtual art displays,” he said.
“We will have a contest where people would take pictures or
paint a notable Nigerian Landmark and share their inspiration with us.
“Participants must hashtag their photos or paintings with
#Padebyecobank to participate. There will also be a raffle draw on social media
to determine who wins the free family photoshoot during the exhibition. This is
open to people who attend the exhibition. It is a total package,”