The Photography of Olu Okiemute -- Walkie Talkie around the US ep 5 / Philadelphia 

Olu seems like a really nice person. Says a lot when everyone around the subway has a smile on their face when they see him.

I’m gonna tell my kids this was FroKnowsPhotos

"Is this good or am I bored?" , "If you have to ask you are probably bored" - genius, I will keep that.

What a bright ray of sunshine.

What a nice genuine guy. Underestimates how good his work is. Unlike some others who overestimate their work & talent.

His personality and work just excites and brings me joy

He is full of good energy and the type of person that you’d love to be friends with.

dudes voice completely changed when he got serious lol "im working" haha

Love how genuine and sweet he is. I feel like this might be a good case for how a personality type might open the door to an opportunity, and in this case his disposition might be very disarming for people when it comes to his photos. And that's a talent all on it's own. I also love what he documents and his love for Philly. I feel like we should all be able to document what we enjoy and find genuinely interesting. But I love that a black photographer has such a beautiful body of work about the black experience in Philadelphia. I feel like when you shoot what you know and love it comes through differently than being an outsider. I live in Philly too, but I'm not from here and I'm not black, and I often think about how not to step over a line where it feels like I'm trying to photograph something that I don't maybe fully have context for and perhaps it isn't for me. But that's my own insecurities as I'm still trying to hone in on what sort of larger body of work I think I'm trying to build. Anyway, really enjoyed this episode. Seems like a swell guy. Oh and that point at the end of photography as an act of love, I dig it, going out there and trying to capture those intangible fleeting moments that make up our collective human experiences is absolutely an act of love.

Refreshing to hear him discuss his love of Philly. There was a point when I wanted to move to Philly because it reminded me of NYC but there’s something unique about Philly, the way locals engage and interact is more direct and open compared to here. It’s a great vibe

The world needs more people with his positive attitude and a smile that shines even in Philly! Great episode, absolutely loved it.

That upwards inflection goes nuts. Seems like a real nice chap.

I love seeing people documenting places outside of NYC

Let’s go olu!!!

„Adding value to moments by deciding to capture them” amazing words….

When I lived in Philly, Olu worked at my fav lab Indie Photo! I was lucky enough to hear them do a talk at the Philadelphia camera show 2 years back and it was super impactful and such a wonderful chat. One of my favorite photographers hands down

Olu is one of the most genuine people I have ever met. That smile lights up any room they walk into. Super talented photographer too.

Olu radiates joy. Top vibes brother

so very glad I stumbled onto this Walkie Talkie! We have so many great street photographers in Philly...Olu definitely has a great vibe.

We're so blessed to live in a time where we see street photography as it happens. Much love to Olu Okiemute and the city of Philadelphia. Much love to Paulie B. Peace.

What a wonderful tribute to Olu's incredible journey as a photographer! As someone who's seen Philadelphia change in countless ways, it's heartwarming to see such young talent and passion captured so beautifully. Olu's ability to tell stories through the lens that no one else can is truly inspiring. Thank you for sharing this masterpiece with us. It brought back so many memories and a renewed appreciation for the art of photography and the city of Philadelphia. Well done! 👍

I've met Olu. He's an awesome guy who has a great philosophy when taking photos. Unique Photo in Philadelphia showed Olu and two other photographers' work called "On Being". It was beautiful and insightful to hear all three photographers discuss their work and process.

Olu, you are amazing! Paulie, thank you for introducing us to this lovely, talented and remarkable young man.

another Philly episode！

Dude takes great photos

“It’s all love, that’s what love is supposed to be”. One sentence describes why I liked this one so much…

Great photographer,nice fella,hope he has a long and happy life….✌️

What an authentic human being!! His personality is infectious! Another great episode Paulie B!!!📸

the squirells part was amazing

I'm 5 minutes in and must say I love this energy! Very nice guy for sure!

30:52 yo this exchange was magical. the way the sun light fades just as he finished flicking him up.

Paulie, I've just experienced one of the most memorable episodes on a walkie-talkie in a long time, if not the most memorable. And you know who made it even more special? Olu, such a cool guy. I'm currently in London, and I can't help but think how much fun it would be if you could come and hang out with us here. Keep up the good work, man...

A very unique personality. Also, very unique photos. I'd say he's one of the most original photographers I've seen on RU-vid in a while, and that's what I appreciate most about him. He has a unique vision.

Great episode and what a great guy Olu is. He lowkey cracked the code for me, and put into words I wasn’t able to do, why I love street and life photography: “Photography is the practice of love and zest for life, where you assign meaning and value to the journey one photographed moment at a time.” Thank you.

Yo S/O to Philly street 'togers... back-to-back "Talkies" with Nikon users. #NikonCreators WE UP! 😅

Repping the Kaonashi hoodie goes hard!!

What an amazing individual. Great representative of street. Thanks Paulie for hitting Philly!

Keep it going Paulie ! These episodes are great 👌

If you're having a bad you need this guy around to take your photo and get a smile going. Peace Olu!

Варламов уехал в Филадельфию и занялся уличной фотографией) Интересно, кстати, смотрят ли русскоговорящие контент про стрит. Nice episode, nice guy. Hello from Kazakhstan.

You are a beautiful human, Olu. 🤩

Love his attitude

Such a good episode and energy from Olu. Signs of life in the work

Favorite so far. Thank you for introducing us to so many incredible photographers.

First class video from our favourite Street photographer Thanks again for sharing

Love the energy

What a nice dude! Couldnt wait to finish to video to comment this!

Five seconds in and I already love him. And the photographs are great.

Great post.

Very nice walkie talkie, thank you 👍🏻

After watching Olu, I feel like going out right now and shoot! Very inspirational video! Thanks!

I hope I meet up with him when I'm down in the city doing street photography. Cool dude.

A fellow b&o enjoyer. Olu seems like a cool cat.

I was not expecting that cinematic intro! Great video as always!

such a nice dude!

Dude kaonashi! You the goat for that one

awesome dude! he's the mariah carey of street photography with that voice though lol all the high notes

Another banger episode! Shouts out Philly!

Olu the photo Danny Brown ❤️

what a nice guy

great seeing other philly photographers on here !! hopefully I can get on here one day :)

I totally understand, working a full time job and doing photographic work can be difficult. When I shoot I personally enjoy working with actors/ creatives. The process and making something is always a pleasure. It’s quality over quantity.

excellent, thanks for making these Paulie B

Love it !!! 📸🫶🏼

Dude rocking the Kaonashi hoodie. Rad. If you haven’t heard them, check em out.

Kaonashi mentioned 🙌🏽

Very positive episode

amazing work

That intro music was on point!!

Denver SPC would love to have you here for a walkie talkie one day!

LETS GOOOOOOOO

Way to go

Good decent guy. Must be one of Philly's best.

Inspired ❤

7:27 It's typically what we as street photographer ! Or at least what I do as well ! Something is clearly happening. We come back to it. Pretend that we don't care but are totally focus on it ! We turn around. Don't watch directly. But we wait for the shot ! We eventually follow the guys. Might happen just nothing !

Random question but what brand is olu camera strap!?

Philly !

Hey Paulie have you ever thought of livestreaming on twitch, similar to what terry barentsen does with bike content?

First Nazir and then Olu! How did you find two of the nicest and most talented photographers in Philly?

Kaonashi ❤

Wow, you found Fro Knows Photos' Doppelganger

What lens is he using ?

31:30 that’s hard

Philly stand up!!!

love the optimism...

Kaonashi!

Have to know what that song in the beginning was.

Wolky Tolky

Em what camera and lens is he using?

what nikon is he using

PROTECT

Baltimore

someone on threads would say this isn’t street photography hahahaha

W

geile Friese

Google greatest city in the world, it ain't ph

As someone from Philly I love the episodes!!! @streetphoto215