Jennie Baptiste: A Career in Photography
Acclaimed photographer Jennie Baptiste reflects on her early work, now showing at her first retrospective exhibition.
As a child of the 80s and a teenager of the 90s, Baptiste grew up amidst the UK's hip hop scene and underground DJ sets.
She spent her teenage years attending meet-and-greets at London's Oxford Street HMV, where she would photograph the musicians she admired, rather than seeking autographs or kisses on the cheek.
Equipped with her camera and a thorough understanding of London's music scene, she knew from a young age that she was destined to be a photographer.
Baptiste's early experiences and entrepreneurial spirit have contributed to her success in photographing hip hop royalty.
Author's summary: Jennie Baptiste's photography career spans decades, capturing hip hop's essence.