Afowowe Kehinde Favour

Photographer, Footwear Artisan & A Muse (The Essence)

Shade Storyteller

Certified by The Shade Institute, 2026

Afowowe Kehinde Favour (I Am The Essence) is a passionate church and event photographer dedicated to capturing meaningful moments with creativity, excellence, and authenticity. Specializing in church services, conferences, weddings, birthdays, and other special celebrations, Favour is committed to preserving every emotion, detail, and unforgettable memory through high quality photography.

“My goal is to tell compelling stories through timeless images that you will cherish for years to come.”

The Work

The Black Hustle

4 photographs

The Black Hustle is a documentary photography project by Afowowe Kehinde Favour that explores the everyday lives of Black men whose livelihoods unfold along a single street. Through a series of candid photographs, the project documents their daily routines, work, resilience, and determination as they navigate the realities of earning a living.

Rather than focusing only on the destination, The Black Hustle celebrates the journey, the quiet moments of perseverance, the strength found in community, and the dignity of honest labor. Each image tells a story of ambition, sacrifice, and hope, offering viewers an authentic glimpse into the rhythm of everyday life that often goes unnoticed.

The project reflects Favour's commitment to using photography as a storytelling medium, preserving real life experiences and highlighting the beauty, humanity, and resilience found in ordinary moments.

The Black Hustle · Plate 1