Campbell Addy is a British photographer and creative director based in London. He is best known for his vibrant, colorful images that capture the beauty of everyday life.
Addy was born in London in 1994 and grew up in the city's diverse and vibrant East End. He developed an early interest in photography, taking pictures of his friends and family with a disposable camera. After graduating from high school, he studied photography at Central Saint Martins College of Art and Design.
In 2016, Addy launched Nii Journal, a magazine dedicated to celebrating black culture through fashion, art, music, and photography. The magazine quickly gained traction and was featured in publications such as Vogue, Dazed & Confused, and i-D Magazine.
Addy has since become one of the most sought-after photographers in the industry. His work has been featured on the covers of magazines such as British Vogue and GQ Style UK. He has also collaborated with major brands such as Nike, Adidas, Apple Music, Google Pixel, and Beats by Dre.
In addition to his commercial work, Addy is passionate about using his platform to promote diversity within the fashion industry. He has worked with organizations such as Models of Diversity to help create more inclusive spaces for people of color within the industry.
Addy's work has been exhibited at galleries around the world including The Photographers' Gallery in London and The Museum of Contemporary Photography in Chicago. In 2020 he was awarded an Honorary Fellowship from The Royal Photographic Society for his contribution to photography.