Koto Bolofo
Koto Bolofo, born in South Africa in 1959 and later raised in Great Britain, is a renowned photographer and filmmaker. Throughout his illustrious career, Bolofo has contributed to prestigious publications such as Vogue, Vanity Fair, and GQ. He has also directed award-winning short films showcased at notable international film festivals. His creative prowess extends to impactful advertising campaigns for luxury brands including Hermès, Louis Vuitton, and Dom Pérignon.
Bolofo's work with the esteemed publisher Steidl includes a variety of acclaimed books, such as "Venus," "I Spy with My Little Eye," "Something Beginning with S," "Vroom!," "La Maison," and "Grande Complications." In recognition of his exceptional talent, he was honored with the 2022 Lucie Award for Achievement in Advertising in Photography.
List of Exhibitions
SAATCHI GALLERY LONDON 2024
BEYOND FASHION
IPFO
INTERNATIONAL PHOTO FESTIVAL OLTEN 2023
BEYOND FASHION
SHANGHAI CENTRE FOR PHOTOGRAPHY 2020
BEYOND FASHION
ARTISTREE HONG KONG - 2019
BEYOND FASHION. presented by FEP (Foundation for the Exhibition of Photography)
PLANCHE CONTACT DEAUVILLE FRANCE November 2019 to 2020
STUDIO DES ACACIAS GALLERY - FRANCE April 2018
'Marie-Agnes Gillot'
DESIGN MUSEUM, GREAT BRITAIN November 2016 to 2017
'The Making of the Design Museum'
VENICE ARCHITECTURE BIENNALE, VENICE June 2014
'Work in Progress'
DAELIM MUSEUM, SOUTH KOREA April to November 2013
'I Spy With My Little Eye Someting Begining With S'
COLETTE PARIS FRANCE, June 2012
'Mmmmm'
MADRID FOTO, SPAIN May 2011
With special guest Her Royal Highness Infanta Elena of Spain
THE GALLERY OF HERMES, NEW YORK September 2011
PHOTO ELYSEE, LAUSANNE 2009
'The Fine Art & Craft of the Steidl Book'