About

I am a Black, self-taught film photographer residing in New York, NY.

My shooting style largely incorporates portraiture, fashion, lifestyle, and documentary photography. I love vibrant tones and colors in my imagery to reflect the way I see the world.

While living in Los Angeles, my eyes were refined for portrait photography as I gained experience working in the entertainment industry. I worked in creative marketing at a major record label, took on many roles in television production and in 2020 I won an award for my creative work at a global ad agency. My colorful resume has led way for some amazing opportunities to advance my photo career. I’m always looking for ways to push my art to new heights and excited for what new doors life will bring.

My photo journalistic work has been featured in Rolling Stone Magazine, The Washington Post, The New Yorker, People Magazine and New York Magazine. I have also shot portraits of music artists and branding work for such clients as PUMA, Anhueser Busch, Warner Records and many more over the years.

For inquiries please email at: Jelani.rice@gmail.com

Select Clients

ELLE Magazine, HP Computers, Warner Records, Vice Media, PUMA, New York Magazine, The Washington Post, Anhueser-Busch, Rolling Stone Magazine, The New Yorker, People Magazine, Nvidia

Accolades

2022 Top 50 Photographer for Rolling Stone

2021 The 30 Photographer List Nominee

2020 Webby Award Winner