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Ajay Abalaka is a photographer, filmmaker, and musician exploring identity, heritage, and marginalised experiences in Nigeria. She holds a degree in Art History and Film Studies from the University of Kent, and her work spans documentary, experimental film, and multimedia storytelling.
Her latest project, Girl-Boy, is a documentary examining gender expression in Nigeria. Through her production company and creative studio, LineShapeVolume, Ajay continues to develop projects that challenge narratives and expand queer representation in Nigerian storytelling.
Honours
2024 Obodo, Queer Artist Fund
2023 Adobe Stock, Artist Development Fund
2020 Getty Images, Creatives in Quarantine Grant