The legendary photographer; Jonathan Mannion arrived Lagos yesterday for Hennessy Artistry 2016. Popularly known as the man behind the album cover of Jay Z's debut album ; Reasonable Doubt and the iconic #straightoutta campaign directed by Dr. Dre, Mannion will be in Lagos for 6 days to capture the Hip-hop industry while sharing his knowledge and experience in photography.


The photographer shared his thoughts on being Nigeria for the first time on his instagram page. During his stay, Jonathan Mannion will be having a photo exhibition at Red Door Gallery which will later be open to the public from 27th October to 5th November 2016, 8pm daily. Other activities include, Talk Presentation with Hip Hop & Photogaphy stakeholders, photography workshop, club tour and so many others.

To participate in this exciting project, see below for Jonathan Mannion's activities in Lagos:


Day 1
- Jonathan Mannion's opening exhibition;
Venue: Red Door Arts Gallery, 51, Bishop Oluwole, VI, Lagos.
Date: Thursday, 27th October 2016
Time: 6pm
*strictly by invitation*
- Public gallery opening : 27th October - 5th November daily.
Time: 8pm-10pm daily

Day 2
1. Lunch with veteran photographers -
Date: Friday, 28th October 2016
Time: 3pm
2. Album cover shoot for 2 undisclosed Nigerian Artistes

Day 3
1.Jonathan Mannion Talk Presentation with Hip Hop representatives and Photography representatives.
Date: Saturday, 29th October 2016
Time: 3pm
*Strictly by invitation*

Day 4
Photography Workshop 
Date: Sunday, 30th October 2016
Time: 2pm