Birkin. Lusaka, Zambia

Photographer & visual storyteller

Stories that
stay with you.

I photograph the people, places and in-between moments that make a life. Working across Southern and East Africa for over fifteen years.

Explore selected work
15+years documenting
life across Africa
Warm, lively gathering at an outdoor celebration
Life, in its own light01 / 04
Independent photographerAvailable for select commissions

A few things I've seen

Selected work.

Honest, considered images made with care and a little patience.

Thoughtful street portrait in natural light 01Series · LusakaSoweto SundaysStreet portraits, 2024 Rain falling over a quiet tropical landscape 02Editorial · KampalaThe Long RainsKampala, 2023 A couple celebrating together on their wedding day 03Weddings · LivingstoneChanda & JoLivingstone, 2024 A deep blue evening sky over the city 04Ongoing series · CopperbeltCopperbelt NightsAn after-dark portrait
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Images made slowly, with people—not just of them.

A note on how I work

“The best photographs happen when you have the time to really see.”

Birkin · Photographer, Lusaka

What they have to say

What clients say.

"Birkin has an incredible eye for detail. The final gallery of our event was breathtaking and captured the atmosphere perfectly."

— KATE & SIMON

"Professional, kind, and so easy to work with. They made everyone feel completely at ease during the shoot."

— MWILA PROJECTS

"We've worked with many photographers, but none capture the warmth and spirit of a community quite like this."

— ELENA F.

Thoughtful coverage, no surprises

Ways to work together.

Every story is different. These starting points help us find the right fit.

01 / HALF DAY

Short stories

$500 / from

For a gathering, an intimate session, or a story that takes a little less time.

  • Up to 4 hours of coverage
  • Curated digital gallery
  • Personal usage licence
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02 / FULL DAYMost requested

The whole story

$1,200 / from

Space for the big moments and all the quieter ones that surround them.

  • Up to 8 hours of coverage
  • Curated digital gallery
  • Hand-selected fine art prints
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03 / MULTI-DAY

Every chapter

$2,000 / from

For celebrations and commissions that deserve a little more room to breathe.

  • Multi-day coverage
  • Custom-designed album
  • Curated digital gallery
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Travel and bespoke editorial commissions quoted individually.

The next frame could be yours

Have a story
in mind?

Editorial, documentary and wedding commissions across the region. Tell me a little about what you're planning.

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