Ethiopia

June 14 – June 20, 2027

Overview

SHAMAYIM visits Ethiopia in June 2027. Scheduled at the beginning of the green season, the landscape becomes rich with depth—cloud formations, diffused light, and vibrant terrain create an atmosphere that is both cinematic and introspective.

Ethiopia offers a profound intersection of ancient history, natural landscapes, and contemporary culture.

Client Production Availability

SHAMAYIM is available in Ethiopia for commissioned campaigns, lookbooks, and fashion films. This destination is particularly suited for brands seeking depth, narrative, and cultural resonance within their visual identity.

Creative Direction

Ancestral Majesty / Sacred Earth

This body of work is grounded in presence, heritage, and symbolism. The visual language is intentional and restrained, allowing form, texture, and environment to lead the narrative.

Editorial Production Environments

Addis Ababa (Merkato and Urban Districts)
Entoto Mountains
Lalibela
Danakil Depression
Rift Valley Lakes

Each environment contributes to a layered visual narrative that explores both the physical and symbolic landscape of Ethiopia.

Photography Masterclass

The Ethiopia masterclass is centered on intentionality, restraint, and storytelling through environment. SHAMAYIM will guide participants in creating imagery that carries depth, meaning, and cultural sensitivity.

Key areas of focus include:

• Developing narrative-driven editorials rooted in place and history

• Working with minimal styling to emphasize form and composition

• Understanding light in diffused and atmospheric conditions

• Directing models with subtlety and control

• Creating imagery that feels timeless, symbolic, and editorially relevant

This session challenges photographers to move beyond surface-level aesthetics and engage with deeper visual storytelling.

Model Portfolio Development Day

The Ethiopia portfolio development session is designed to create strong, timeless images that emphasize presence, bone structure, and emotional depth. The focus is on refinement rather than volume.

Each model will receive:

• Guided direction on controlled posing and expression

• Clean, minimal imagery suitable for agency digitals and editorial submissions

• Select styled looks that enhance, rather than overpower, the subject

• Imagery that reflects both commercial viability and editorial sophistication

The result is a portfolio that communicates strength, versatility, and global relevance.