Some photographers are just more determined than others. Whether it’s laying down on the concrete, going chest-deep in swamp water, or touring the township on a heated day, photographers always do whatever it takes to get that “perfect” shot. The people who make up today’s thriving photographic community are our eyes to the world, like Luke Ncube.
Born in Johannesburg and speaking to the world through his lens, Luke has impeccable taste when it comes to colour and texture. This photographer’s Instagram feed is worth envying. He not only takes incredible photographs but also does fine work with selecting his models too.
According to Africa Is Now mag, Luke was not in love with the lens. He had a passion for it, but recalls seeing the practice as something too expensive to achieve. We think professional photographer and we picture top shelf gear, the newest software, and formal training.
These are not the necessary steps to get started; the crucial step is starting.
Luke’s perspective shifted when he discovered his first camera. The setting was a thrift store, and he zoomed in on a point and shoot. This is what brought photography into his reach, he still takes snaps on it sometimes.
Despite South Africa’s wide range of talented and diverse photographers, Luke stands out against most because of his love for exploring new places and engaging with different people.
Luke draws inspiration from the experiences of his surroundings; people and places surrounding him. “There’s a lot that I see in my daily interactions, and I feel like it is too good for the rest of world to not see.”
Luke’s work reminds people of how important it is to use these technologies to catalogue our everyday lives, the beauty of our bodies, our naïve and bold aspirations, and our hopes and dreams for changing our current reality
