Sunday, August 27, 2017

GTK: THOMPSON SAM EKONG (TSE)



Hi, everyone! Baby Steph in the hizzay. So a couple weeks ago Emu and I interviewed an actual living legend that goes by the name of TSE. If the name doesn't ring a bell then have you been living under a rock? Because goals, can I join you I'm looking for a place to be a depressed recluse thanks. Lol jk (or not).

TSE is a photographer in his own league, ahead of his time and thinking about the future so he can present it to us. His latest exhibition, "NO-1" at Carpe Diem on the 13th of August is a testament to his unconventional and futuristic style. Asides from being a mega talent he has a bubbly personality that reflects his flowing creativity. He cannot be tied to one style of photography and it is that versatility combined with an innate skill for the craft that makes him so ICONIC. Literally y'all this has been one of my favorite interviews to edit, I spent about a month editing this (don't judge me) and I don't cringe when I watch it now because he's just that great (I even know some of it word for word but you didn't need to know that).

Here's a likkle drinking game for you: Drink every time he says "meow" or any other onomatopoeia eg "pew" "skr". Enjoy (P.S. I'm sorry Tommy, your face doesn't actually look like that, it's my poorly set camera setting <3). Also stay tuned for a Marvel style epic post credit scene ;) :