Black Lenses Matter: Eljay Briss

"My perspective and inspiration stems from my Jamaican roots. Our culture, music, energy and sense of community,. Those same foundations echo in my photography today."

"My niche is Music, Fashion and Portrait photography, I like to capture people candidly and organically as themselves whether that be on stage or in a photography studio."

"I put a lot of thought into my shoots, I want it everything to feel true to the project, from shooting location to post edits, anything less wouldn’t be a real representation."

"However, since Covid-19, I put a halt to live shows, I discovered a new passion for Photojournalism, mainly protests, which began after the public execution of George Floyd."

"I felt it was not only my responsibility, but my purpose to capture our emotions, thoughts and public stance against racism and showcase it through my social platforms. It didn’t stop there, I attended protests for Anti-Lockdown, Kill the Bill, End SARs and Free Palestine."

"I didn’t study Photography, I hold no qualifications, I taught myself everything through trial and error."

"Since then it’s been about consistency, not getting too comfortable and finding where I can both evolve as a creative and serve others." - Eljay Briss