Misan Harriman

Misan Harriman, a self-taught photographer and trailblazer as the first Black man to shoot a British Vogue cover, shares his inspiring journey. He reflects on the transformative power of the internet in his art and personal growth, highlighting how it helped him overcome challenges as a neurodivergent child. Harriman discusses the importance of empathy in photography, emphasizing his work on global crises like the hunger crisis in the Horn of Africa, urging listeners to advocate for vulnerable populations.

Misan Harriman, a self-taught photographer and activist, shares how a powerful image he captured during a 2020 Black Lives Matter protest transformed his life, making him the first Black male photographer for British Vogue. He discusses the responsibility of representation in art and how childhood experiences with racism shaped his perspective. Misan emphasizes the emotional power of storytelling, connecting global struggles from Black liberation to environmental issues, while highlighting the importance of empathy in photography.