James Mollison is an internationally acclaimed photographer and filmmaker. He was born in London in 1973 and grew up in Kenya, where he developed a passion for photography. After studying at Oxford University, he began his career as a freelance photographer in 1997.
Mollison has traveled extensively throughout the world, capturing powerful images of people and places. His work has been featured in publications such as The New York Times Magazine, The Guardian, and National Geographic. He has also exhibited his work in galleries around the world, including the Saatchi Gallery in London and the International Center of Photography in New York City.
In addition to his photography, Mollison is also an accomplished filmmaker. His films have been shown at festivals such as Sundance and Cannes, and have won numerous awards. He is also the author of several books, including Playground (2009), The Memory Bank (2011), Where Children Sleep (2014), and Displaced (2016).
Mollison's work focuses on social issues such as poverty, displacement, education, gender equality, and human rights. Through his photographs and films he seeks to raise awareness about these issues and to inspire change. His work has been praised for its ability to capture intimate moments that tell powerful stories about the human condition.