Malike Sidibe
Malike Sidibe is a West African–born, New York City–based photographer and Nikon Ambassador known for his vibrant, dreamlike imagery. Born in Côte d’Ivoire and raised in Guinea, he discovered photography after moving to New York at 13. Blending his multicultural roots with a keen eye for style and emotion, Malike creates work that celebrates identity and beauty in all forms. His clients include Nike, Adidas, Amazon Prime, The New York Times Magazine, The New Yorker, and Time. Through his lens, he aims to make the world a little more interesting—one photo at a time.
Fashion Photography & the Power of Color—Lightroom
Join Malike for a behind-the-scenes look at how he uses color to shape mood, meaning, and visual impact in his work. He'll share where he finds creati…Join Malike for a behind-the-scenes look at how he uses color to shape mood, meaning, and visual impact in his work. He'll share where he finds creative inspiration and walk through a selection of Lightroom editing highlights that bring each piece to…Join Malike for a behind-the-scenes look at how he uses color to shape mood, meaning, and visual impact in his work. He'll share where he finds creative inspiration and walk through a selection of Lightroom editing highlights that bring each piece to life.Join Malike for a behind-the-scenes look at how he uses color to shape mood, meaning, and visual impact in his work. He'll share where he finds creative inspiration and walk through a selection of Lightroom editing highlights that bring each piece to life.Show MoreClick the title to see all details
Studio Portraits With Slow Sync Flash: Blending Motion and Light
Add motion, energy, and artistry to your studio portraits with slow sync flash. Also known as shutter drag, this technique combines a sharp, flash-fro…Add motion, energy, and artistry to your studio portraits with slow sync flash. Also known as shutter drag, this technique combines a sharp, flash-frozen subject with intentional motion blur for dynamic, surreal results. In this hands-on Photo Walk, …Add motion, energy, and artistry to your studio portraits with slow sync flash. Also known as shutter drag, this technique combines a sharp, flash-frozen subject with intentional motion blur for dynamic, surreal results. In this hands-on Photo Walk, Malike Sidibe will guide you through the technical setup and creative possibilities of blending long exposures with strobe light. You’ll learn how to direct subjects, control exposure, and create stri…Add motion, energy, and artistry to your studio portraits with slow sync flash. Also known as shutter drag, this technique combines a sharp, flash-frozen subject with intentional motion blur for dynamic, surreal results. In this hands-on Photo Walk, Malike Sidibe will guide you through the technical setup and creative possibilities of blending long exposures with strobe light. You’ll learn how to direct subjects, control exposure, and create striking images that capture movement and stillness in a single frame. What You’ll Learn: Balancing slow shutter speeds with strobe power Using front and rear curtain sync for different effects Directing subjects to create intentional motion trails Setting up camera and studio lights for reliable results Recommended Gear: Nikon DSLR or mirrorless camera with manual controls and a hot shoe. A standard zoom lens and a tripod are also suggested. All studio lighting and triggers will be provided.Show MoreClick the title to see all detailsShow More