THE NEW YORKER Loewe Special Editorial von Nwaka Okparaeke c/o KINTZING

Nwaka Okparaeke is a London-based British-Nigerian photographer and filmmaker whose work is rooted in honest storytelling. Through rich conceptual narratives, she captures themes of peace, serenity, love, and freedom—expressed with striking energy and authenticity.Her distinctive, dream-like aesthetic—characterised by unexpected, surreal compositions, and a bold use of colour—has led to collaborations with artists such as J Hus, Little Simz, Kojey Radical, and Celeste, as well as commercial projects with leading brands including Nike, Bose, Netflix, Mercedes, The North Face and Puma.