Dicky Manana is a renowned photographer from South Africa. He is known for his unique and creative approach to photography, which has earned him international recognition.
Manana was born in Johannesburg, South Africa in 1975. He developed an interest in photography at a young age and began taking pictures of his family and friends. As he grew older, he began to explore different types of photography, such as landscape and portrait photography.
In 2000, Manana moved to Cape Town where he began working as a freelance photographer. His work quickly gained attention from local galleries and magazines, which led to him being featured in several exhibitions around the world. His work has been featured in publications such as National Geographic, The New York Times Magazine, and Vogue Italia.
Manana's work focuses on capturing the beauty of everyday life in South Africa. He often uses natural light to create stunning images that capture the essence of his subjects. His photographs have been described as "hauntingly beautiful" and "captivating".
Manana has won numerous awards for his work including the International Photography Award (IPA) for Best Documentary Photographer in 2011 and the Sony World Photography Award for Best Portrait Photographer in 2012. He has also been featured in several books about photography including The Art of Seeing: A Guide to Creative Photography by David duChemin and The Photographers Eye by Michael Freeman.
Manana continues to travel around the world capturing stunning images that tell stories about people and places that are often overlooked or forgotten. His passion for photography is evident in every image he creates, making him one of the most respected photographers today.