ABOUT
Driven by a desire to inspire and educate, Amber uses her art to provoke thought and foster a deeper understanding of the diverse experiences within communities of color. Her commitment to authenticity and innovation positions her as a dynamic force in contemporary visual arts. Through her lens, she reclaims narratives and constructs visual spaces where joy, tenderness, resilience, and individuality are centered. Amber’s images often feel intimate and intentional—anchored in cultural pride and emotional honesty. She aims not just to capture a moment, but to create work that lingers, that makes viewers pause, reflect, and feel seen.
Amber Aisha is a Washington, D.C.-based photographer and visual artist whose work focuses on reimagining how people of color are portrayed. Deeply influenced by personal experiences and the communities around her, she seeks to highlight the beauty, complexity, and strength of her subjects—pushing back against the narrow and often harmful stereotypes found in mainstream media.
Her journey began in 2008 when her father gifted her a collection of cameras, sparking her love for storytelling through images. Since then, Amber’s work has spanned editorial, fashion, and event photography, with clients including Nike, Netflix, and PROUDLY, and has been featured in publications such as Vogue and Refinery29. Her work is known for its intentionality, emotional resonance, and commitment to centering Black stories.
Beyond photography, Amber also explores digital media and graphic design as tools for visual communication and community building. In May 2025, she completed a photography residency in Tulsa, Oklahoma, where she documented the historic Black rodeo in Boley—an experience that deepened her connection to Black legacy, land, and storytelling. She continues to evolve her practice while remaining rooted in her mission: to create space for honest, expansive, and affirming representations of people of color.
Available for hire and looking to collaborate on creative projects and editorial work in the DC/NY/LA area.
“What I like about photographs is that they capture a moment that’s gone forever, impossible to recreate”