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Incredible Woman: Story Of Nigeria’s First Blind Photographer by etunoman76(m): 5:22am On Dec 21, 2014 |
After the tripod was set, the photographer checked the angles to ensure the ‘balance’ was good. She then felt the buttons on the camera. Then, she looked into the lens. Camera. Ready. Action! You may consider this the ordinary routine of a photographer. Yes it is. But, what makes it extraordinary is that Taiwo Lawal, the photographer, is totally blind. Lawal, 35, felt her way round the tripod to our correspondent and explained with a smile, “At the start, I kept wondering how a blind person could learn photography. I thought it was impossible. But the person who introduced me to it said it was possible. So, I agreed to do it.” She gave her consent to learn the art of photography two years ago. Now, Lawal takes photographs like someone that is not blind. She continued: “I’ve learnt a lot about the lens of a camera, the view finder, LCD screen and so many parts of the camera.” Medical science has stated that blind people tend to show enhanced ability in the other senses. This probably applies to Lawal. Giving an insight into how she is mastering the art of photography, Lawal said she uses her sense of hearing and touch to take pictures. She said, “If I want to take a picture, I would go to where the person is, and feel his location; then I would communicate with the person to sense the direction, as the sound of the person tells me where he or she is. “Also, if I want to take pictures of nature, I first feel the object by touching it, then move back and take the picture. When I touch a flower, for instance, I see the colours in my mind. I can also tell if someone is happy or sad, because I know it would be reflected in the picture.” Lawal put her skill to use as she took many shots of our correspondent and the surroundings. “Some time ago in Ikeja, someone expressed doubt on the ability of a blind person to take photographs. Immediately, I took my camera and demonstrated to him,”she said, laughing. But does she have an idea of the outcome of the shots she takes? Lawal, answered, “Whenever I take pictures, I know it would be beautiful, because I see them in my mind.” Before photography found her, Lawal had learnt some few trades which included: bead-making and bag-making. These took her four years. Her photography has, however, been taking her places. Recently, she won an award at the International Day of Persons Living with Disabilites, which held in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. “Lawal is the first blind photographer I’ve ever heard of. She’s an inspiration,” said Mrs. Bitebo Gogo, Executive Director, Keeping It Real Foundation, which organised the event. Also, last year, Lawal met American Joe McNally, a globally renowned photographer at a photography exhibition. “When we discussed, he encouraged me to continue with my work. I was happy meeting him, because I never thought I would ever meet such important people. Now, I no longer feel bad because I do not see. If I were not blind, maybe I wouldn’t have gotten to where I am today,” Lawal said, adding that she wants to pursue a career in photography. “Taking pictures makes me happy. Also, it has helped me forget my past sorrows, when some people didn’t appreciate me and I endured a lot of insults,” she said. For more on this story, go to: http://www.punchng.com/feature/incredible-woman-story-of-nigerias-first-blind-photographer/ 41 Likes 7 Shares
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Re: Incredible Woman: Story Of Nigeria’s First Blind Photographer by Mologi(m): 5:24am On Dec 21, 2014 |
na GOD oooo....she discovered her talent and worked on it..... if only otherr people can do this and stop been a liability to their fellow Nigerians.. God bless u lady 26 Likes |
Re: Incredible Woman: Story Of Nigeria’s First Blind Photographer by Realist5: 6:11am On Dec 21, 2014 |
She's Talented, hardworking, creative, beautiful, industrious, encouraging and she's a Nigerian.Happy she didnt turn to be a begger on the street. May God help and continue to be ur strenght. 78 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Incredible Woman: Story Of Nigeria’s First Blind Photographer by Nobody: 6:17am On Dec 21, 2014 |
I did all my schooling with blind persons in my classes. They were more brillant! We dey use our eyes look book and women; they use theirs to create vivid pictures of what they were learning. 56 Likes 2 Shares |
Re: Incredible Woman: Story Of Nigeria’s First Blind Photographer by donmalcolm21(m): 6:36am On Dec 21, 2014 |
She is beautiful, talented and a firm beliver in her ability. 3 Likes |
Re: Incredible Woman: Story Of Nigeria’s First Blind Photographer by Nobody: 6:46am On Dec 21, 2014 |
This is awesome,you guys would agree with me that she deserves more than that award right?, she's really gifted *MODIFIED* did this just make front page *oh yeah* 13 Likes 3 Shares
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Re: Incredible Woman: Story Of Nigeria’s First Blind Photographer by jnrbanks: 7:27am On Dec 21, 2014 |
j |
Re: Incredible Woman: Story Of Nigeria’s First Blind Photographer by waleakanfe(m): 7:29am On Dec 21, 2014 |
lemme go 2 church 1st.....I'll comment wen I'm back. |
Re: Incredible Woman: Story Of Nigeria’s First Blind Photographer by blackjack21(m): 7:29am On Dec 21, 2014 |
and I donate 5billion naira to Mr. President 1 Like |
Re: Incredible Woman: Story Of Nigeria’s First Blind Photographer by lifestyle1(m): 7:29am On Dec 21, 2014 |
Speechless... |
Re: Incredible Woman: Story Of Nigeria’s First Blind Photographer by Nobody: 7:30am On Dec 21, 2014 |
Blind photographer? Are you serious? God is indeed great!! 7 Likes |
Re: Incredible Woman: Story Of Nigeria’s First Blind Photographer by ajuwarhodes(f): 7:30am On Dec 21, 2014 |
It can only be God at work 1 Like |
Re: Incredible Woman: Story Of Nigeria’s First Blind Photographer by greatnow: 7:31am On Dec 21, 2014 |
20pounds:Plz which school is that? 1 Like |
Re: Incredible Woman: Story Of Nigeria’s First Blind Photographer by Atk01(f): 7:31am On Dec 21, 2014 |
Thumbs up to her. |
Re: Incredible Woman: Story Of Nigeria’s First Blind Photographer by lillyjane(f): 7:32am On Dec 21, 2014 |
Amazing......seriously there is an ability in disability.....but wait, how does she see the person she wan snap na? For health and wellness, beauty tips and natural home remedies, visit www..com |
Re: Incredible Woman: Story Of Nigeria’s First Blind Photographer by aragon4realz(m): 7:33am On Dec 21, 2014 |
that's so lovely |
Re: Incredible Woman: Story Of Nigeria’s First Blind Photographer by victorNRceo: 7:33am On Dec 21, 2014 |
It's indeed incredible! ! This is legit!
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Re: Incredible Woman: Story Of Nigeria’s First Blind Photographer by kennyonthrone(m): 7:33am On Dec 21, 2014 |
With determination and hardwork all things are possible.......May God bless our hustle! |
Re: Incredible Woman: Story Of Nigeria’s First Blind Photographer by Adamidi(m): 7:34am On Dec 21, 2014 |
habaa!! why u dey lie on sunday morning?. anyway, front page thinz..dancing azonto |
Re: Incredible Woman: Story Of Nigeria’s First Blind Photographer by Hero10001: 7:35am On Dec 21, 2014 |
*yinmu* |
Re: Incredible Woman: Story Of Nigeria’s First Blind Photographer by Lordmykel(m): 7:35am On Dec 21, 2014 |
Okay na. I bet she does not take accurate photos, even if she does it by luck. |
Re: Incredible Woman: Story Of Nigeria’s First Blind Photographer by jahbiz: 7:36am On Dec 21, 2014 |
20pounds: 2 Likes |
Re: Incredible Woman: Story Of Nigeria’s First Blind Photographer by richeso: 7:37am On Dec 21, 2014 |
Blind, yet can do something. Not idle Unlike the useless ones that can see yet depend on their boyfriend or husband To do everything for them, even some prostituting. I thank God for a lady of her kind. 1 Like |
Re: Incredible Woman: Story Of Nigeria’s First Blind Photographer by Nobody: 7:37am On Dec 21, 2014 |
wonderful she seems very happy and passionate about her job |
Re: Incredible Woman: Story Of Nigeria’s First Blind Photographer by richeso: 7:40am On Dec 21, 2014 |
Blind, yet can do something. Not idle Unlike the useless ones that can see yet depend on their boyfriend or husband To do everything for them, even some prostituting. I thank God for a lady of her kind. 3 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Incredible Woman: Story Of Nigeria’s First Blind Photographer by nymphomaniac(m): 7:41am On Dec 21, 2014 |
amazing though ironic |
Re: Incredible Woman: Story Of Nigeria’s First Blind Photographer by Dreyl(m): 7:41am On Dec 21, 2014 |
jnrbanks:j for joblessness! 5 Likes |
Re: Incredible Woman: Story Of Nigeria’s First Blind Photographer by confidencetimi: 7:41am On Dec 21, 2014 |
what a wonderful God 1 Like |
Re: Incredible Woman: Story Of Nigeria’s First Blind Photographer by Smartsyn(m): 7:41am On Dec 21, 2014 |
thats cool, but i aint inviting u for my wedding ceremony, i can't take that risk... |
Re: Incredible Woman: Story Of Nigeria’s First Blind Photographer by Samneer: 7:42am On Dec 21, 2014 |
Hmmmmm... she's talented my charity comment |
Re: Incredible Woman: Story Of Nigeria’s First Blind Photographer by RebelLeader15(m): 7:42am On Dec 21, 2014 |
Adonbilivit 2 Likes
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Re: Incredible Woman: Story Of Nigeria’s First Blind Photographer by KanwuliaJara: 7:42am On Dec 21, 2014 |
NICCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCE!!!! |
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