Jennie Baptiste: A Career in Photography
Jennie Baptiste, a child of the 80s and a teenager of the 90s, grew up surrounded by the UK's hip hop scene and underground DJ sets.
As a teenager, she would often attend meet-and-greets at London's Oxford Street HMV, but instead of seeking autographs, she was on the hunt for photographs.
Equipped with her camera and a thorough understanding and appreciation of London's music scene in the 1980s and 90s, she knew from as young as 15 that she was destined to be a photographer.
Her early work is now showing at her first retrospective exhibition, showcasing her experimentation and entrepreneurial spirit.
Jennie Baptiste reflects on her career, from magazine scrapbooks to photographing hip hop royalty.
Author's summary: Jennie Baptiste's photography career spans decades, shaped by her passion for music and entrepreneurship.