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Director of Photography in Dakar

The light of Dakar as raw material.

Light & frame

I frame close to reality, in natural light whenever possible. Dakar offers hard, contrasty light — I look for it, I wait for it, I don't correct it. The frame follows the energy of the scene rather than the other way round.

Approach

Organic image, embraced grain, minimal but well-chosen gear. I favour mobility and closeness to the subjects — a light setup that lets the moment breathe.

Collaborations

Cinematography on Schott x Walk In Paris (Paris, 2025) and imagery across all my Dakar productions.

FAQ

What does a director of photography do?

The DoP is responsible for the image: lighting, framing, lens choices and the overall visual look of a film.

What is your approach to light?

Natural light first, textured and contrasty imagery, a light and mobile setup.

Available for shoots outside Dakar?

Yes — travel and international collaboration, FR/EN.

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