Pot of Jollof - 2018

Artist: Toni Payne

Medium: Digital Photo

Edition: 50/50

Jollof Rice is one of the most popular foods in West Africa. It is so popular, it inspired the "Jollof Wars" between the West African nations of Nigeria and Ghana, a social media rivalry where nationals of both countries claimed they had the best Jollof. Although Jollof Rice originated in Senegal, it has become the staple party food for other countries in Africa.

A big pot of Jollof is an indication that a gathering is about to take place. The sweet taste of Party Jollof is known to unite people and this is why this image is the first in the collection. My goal as an artist is to unite people around my work.

It will have 50 listings giving it's collectors something in common, while at the same time signifying sharing and unity.

Lagos is a fast paced and vibrant city located in the West African nation of Nigeria.

If you pay close attention, there is always a visual story to be told in the streets of Lagos. One common theme you will find is, small scale entrepreneurship is a way of life for many in what I call the hustle and bustle of Lagos.

The first 50 images of the Everyday Africa collection cover street photography captured in 2018 in different parts of Lagos.

From the Keke Napep driver, to the young girl selling coconuts, people work hard to put food on their tables. It is not uncommon to find a story within a story in some of these images

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