Hylton Boucher is a South African photographer and filmmaker who has been capturing the beauty of his homeland for over two decades. Born in Johannesburg, South Africa, Boucher developed an early interest in photography and filmmaking. He studied photography at the University of Cape Town and went on to pursue a career in the field.
Boucher's work has been featured in numerous publications, including National Geographic, The New York Times, and The Guardian. His photographs have also been exhibited in galleries around the world, including the Smithsonian Institution in Washington D.C., the Museum of Modern Art in New York City, and the Victoria & Albert Museum in London.
Boucher's work focuses on capturing the beauty of South Africa's landscapes and people. He has traveled extensively throughout his home country to capture its diverse cultures and landscapes. His photographs often feature vibrant colors that bring out the vibrancy of his subjects. He also uses his camera to document social issues such as poverty, inequality, and racism.
In addition to his photography work, Boucher is also an accomplished filmmaker. He has directed several documentaries about South African culture and history that have been screened at film festivals around the world. His films have won numerous awards including Best Documentary at the Durban International Film Festival (2009) and Best Short Documentary at Hot Docs (2010).
Boucher continues to use his camera to capture the beauty of South Africa while also raising awareness about its social issues through his films and photographs.