I produce trans-disciplinary work as a writer, academic, curator, and social entrepreneur.

As a writer, my work spans fiction, memoir, and art criticism, including the books Farad, A Stranger’s Pose and I Am Still With You.

I am chief executive of Tender Photos, a platform of photography and visual storytelling, which I co-founded with my wife Ayọ̀bámi Adébáyọ̀.

I consult for media and cultural organizations on the optimal use of digital methods (including AI), and frequently work on curatorial strategies for immersive exhibitions.

I am also a researcher in the digital humanities, currently pursuing a PhD project at the University of Cambridge as a Gates Scholar. My research uses computer vision algorithms to deepen understanding about conflict photography and archives in Nigeria.

A short list of my writing is here.  A full CV-styled list of most of my short-form writing (print and online, with hyperlinks), is here.

Read my longer bio. See some of my photographs. Listen to Intimate Strangers, a collaborative jazz album I made with Portuguese-American soloist Sara Serpa (also on Spotify).

Until the end of 2027, I am on a writing sabbatical. You can contact me (through this email) for other research and consultancy inquiries.



     

Emmanuel Iduma — ︎