This Audio Is Visual

In this season finale, we share space with interdisciplinary auto-ethnographer, Tsoku Maela for one of the most reflective conversations of the series.If you’re in conversation with a gallery, curious about navigating the world of commercial photography, or wondering how artists hold both purpose and livelihood, this is the episode you want to check out. A soft, honest, necessary ending to Season 3.

In this episode, we sit with jazz photographer, Lerato Pakade who journeys with us on how her jazz obsessed teenage years led to a career in image making. Pakade also reminds us of the value of collaborations and sharing oneself with other creatives, as they give of themselves to us. Pakade's work is founded on love, for music, for collaboration, for a black and white image that holds us in time and with care.Hosted by Siphokazi TauFilmed by ANDYMKOSI & Wandile NdlovuEdited by ANDYMKOSIFilmed at Lit Book Culture in Brixton at BreezeblockProduced by This Audio is Visual Episode Research by Siphokazi Tauhttps://www.instagram.com/thisaudioisvisual/https://www.instagram.com/talkingfeminist/https://www.instagram.com/leratopakade/https://www.instagram.com/umalume_uwah/https://www.instagram.com/talkingfeminist/

In the 6th episode of This Audio is Visual, we sit down with South African documentary photographer Ntikana Ramohlale at the launch of his debut photobook, O se Boloke.Hosted by @taivphotobookclub and moderated by Siphokazi Tau, with reflections from a live audience at The Forge, Ntikana shares his journey as a self-taught photographer and explores themes of youth, Blackness, spirituality, and the socio-political landscape of post-democratic South Africa.

A core part of This Audio is Visual’s work is to diversify the voices we engage with in the image-making landscape. In this conversation, we speak with archivist Zandile Myeka about the practice of archiving and memory keeping as vital tools for preserving history, culture, and collective memory. Grounded in her work at the Nelson Mandela Foundation, Zandile reflects on archiving not only as a way of safeguarding our national history but also as a means of shaping what our collective memory could look like.Credits:Producer: This Audio is Visual In collaboration with Urban SkhotheniResearcher: & Host Siphokazi TauGuest Zandile MyekaCinematography: Andiswa Mkosi & Wandile HlosokuhleMixed & Mastered: Wandile HlosokuhleEditor: Andiswa MkosiConnect With Us::https://www.instagram.com/thisaudioisvisual/https://www.instagram.com/andymkosi/?hl=enhttps://www.nelsonmandela.org/https://www.instagram.com/urban_skhotheni/?hl=enhttps://www.instagram.com/talkingfeminist/?hl=en

In the fourth episode of This Audio is Visual, we seek insight from the wise. We are joined by Dr. Roger Ballen for a conversation set at the Inside Out Centre for the Arts, located in Johannesburg's Forest Town and founded by Ballen himself.Dr. Roger Ballen is an American artist who has lived and worked in Johannesburg and its surrounds since the 1970s. In this interview, he shares in-depth reflections on his journey through the world of photography and how he developed his distinctive visual style known as the Ballenesque."As a photographer and artist, my work goes beyond conventional photography; it seeks to explore the depths of the human psyche. Roger Ballenhttps://www.insideoutcentreforthearts.com/https://www.instagram.com/insideoutcentre/https://www.rogerballen.com/Produced by This Audio is VisualHosted by ANDYMKOSICinematography & Sound Production by Urban SkhotheniAdditional Footage by Tsandza KubukwaMusic by EMAMKAY

In the third episode of This Audio is Visual we zoom all the way to Nigeria to speak with (temmy.jay) Temiloluwa Johnson, a Nigerian photojournalist and storyteller based between Lagos and Ibadan.Her work delves into themes of queer identity, community, and socio-cultural expression.Temiloluwa is a 2025 World Press Photo Contest winner, the only Nigerian recognized this year and has also been named a finalist by both the Magnum Foundation and the Ian Parry Photojournalism Grant.Johnson joins us to share how her unwavering belief in herself has helped her carve out a path in the photography industry. She credits much of her confidence, resilience, and life skills to her beloved grandmother, whom she affectionately calls G-Mama.If you're at a stage in your career where you're exploring grant writing and pitching your ideas to potential funders, this is the episode for you.TEMILOLUWA JOHNSON:https://www.instagram.com/temmy.jay/

This Audio is Visual is a podcast by photographers, for photographers, from across the continent of South Africa.In this episode, meet Obakeng Molepe, a commercial and documentary photographer based in Johannesburg. His work has graced the covers of GQ Magazine and featured in a range of commercial campaigns.Obakeng speaks poignantly about the importance of mentorship and the power of creating from a place of love rather than survival. Having found his creative balance, he shares his journey with ANDYMKOSI in the second episode of Season 3.Filmed by: BonginkosiMuchanga / Tsandza Kubukwa & Wandile Hlesokuhle / UrbanSkhotheniEdited by: ANDYMKOSI/This Audio is Visual Produced by: This Audio is VisualSocial Media Strategist: Friends Who Create/Carly Hendricks

After a hiatus, This Audio is Visual returns with Season 3! Our podcast continues to explore photography and photographers across the continent and diaspora.Kicking off the season is award-winning photographer Jodi Bieber. A South African photographer with a career spanning decades, Bieber is widely known for her striking, human-centered storytelling. In this episode, Jodi Bieber speaks with ANDYMKOSI about how her work serves as a visual ode to South Africa, capturing the soul of the country through her lens.

In our first gathering at Bertha House, we explored Taxi Diaries by Nonzuzo Gxekwa (@nonzuzogxekwa) a photo book that documents Johannesburg through her commutes. Now, you can listen in on the reflections, insights, and stories shared in the room.

This Audio is Visual is an award winning arts podcast, profiling visual arts and artists across the continent and diaspora. We educate through sharing stories about key players of the visual arts sector. This episode is no different with guest Eitan Stern,Director & Lawyer at Legalese.  Stern shares insights on Copyright and Laws around it. This is definitely for all the independent Creative Entrepreneurs.  Please follow us on Wordpress to avoid missing any of our episodes: www.thisaudioisvisual.com

Liz Neofytou is the co-founder of Artborne Framing, based in Victoria Yards, Johannesburg. She speaks to us about the process and emphasises the importance of framing, and how it is used to protect the art piece and preserve it over time. Seated at their gallery space, she shares that although the company started last year, the business is going well and steady. Find out more on on the episode.  Engineered: Tseliso Monaheng  Mixing and Mastering: Tseliso Monaheng Producer: ANDYMKOSI Featured Song: Lonely Nights by DarkArt

The 6th and final episode of season 2 features Bantu Mahlangu, a Johannesburg based photographer. Mahlangu extensively documents events and the entertainment space in South Africa. A friend of his opened him to the idea of potentially studying at the Market Photo Workshop because he always carried a camera on him. Since then, Mahlangu has worked with top musicians Urban Village, Msaki, J Molley and Sampha The Great to name a few. In this episode, Mahlangu takes us through his photography journey from student to professional. 

For the latest episode of This Audio Is Visual, our guest co-host Sabelo Mkhabela sits down with rapper and art director @ByLwansta (please always say the “By”) to chat about the importance of visuals and rollouts. With album art reduced to a mere thumbnail in the internet age, ByLwansta believes rollouts are more important now than ever as artists are competing with memes, selfies and other kinds of user generated media. As we have this conversation about the importance of a thorough rollout and visuals, the artist is in the middle of an impressive rollout for a new single titled “asmr”. Get 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code TAVIGOTYOU at MANSCAPED.com! #ad #manscapedpod ASMR ByLwansta feat Alisha Rosa, Rams, Some.Unique.Individual Artwork by Tshepiso Moropa Host - Sabelo Mkhabela Produced by ANDYMKOSI & Sabelo Mkahbela Recorded, Engineered and Recorded by Tseliso Monaheng Music by  Tseliso Monaheng  

A week back we asked you guys to please help us gather questions we could ask @sisterbozza, who recently came back home from France. In conversation with fellow artists Puleng Mongale, the two talk candidly about language barrier when it comes to open calls/callouts, Sisterbozza's process and what their definition is of the term She Bad Bad. This and more on this dope 30some minute chat. You'll definitely enjoy it. Listen with a friend. This content is part of an ongoing series in collaboration with the She Bad Bad team, the Market Photo Workshop, Nazo! Arts and Projects. Supported by : French Institute of South Africa, Nazo! Arts, Open Society Foundations – South Africa and Market Photo Workshop. Produced by ANDYMKOSI, PULENG MONGALE AND THE TAIV AUDIENCE.

This Audio Is Visual is a podcast engaging photographers and visual artists on their work. The fifth episode of the second season features Durban born photographer Andile Phewa, a Market Photo Workshop alumni whose interests are centred on fashion and nightlife. In the episode the photographer shares insights on invoicing and other photography business hacks. “You cannot research pricing. You price in accordance with (what you have done), how long you have been in the industry,” shares Phewa. He believes the industry can thrive even more with a cohesive community. Through collaboration and organising exhibitions, he has built a community for himself in Cape Town, where he has also found home. Find out more via link in bio. Produced by ANDYMKOSI Recorded by Tseliso Monaheng Hosted by ANDYMKOSI Mixed and Mastered by - Tseliso Monaheng Music by Tseliso Monaheng Text Writted by ANDYMKOSI

The fourth episode of season 2 of This Audio is Visual features Keabetsoe Makgoane. In this episode of TAIV, @AndyMkosi sits down with Keabetsoe Makgoane to take a deeper look behind the intention of their photography. Kea who was born and bred in the South of Johannesburg speaks about how their heritage can always be found in their photography.  Kea started their photography journey in 2018, the following year they joined the Market Photo Workshop. Their current style is portrait photography, where they use their family and friends as their collaborators. With their mom as their biggest fan, who also offers honest critique, Kea speaks on how their relationship influences the work they put out. Through this, they offer us a lens to see their community through the softness of their appreciation. “I'm trying to make them live forever.” This also influences the way she represents the topic of sexuality in her photography. To hear more about Kea’s journey as a photographer come through to This Audio Is Visua

In our third episode of the second season of This Audio is Visual, we have Ayanda Charlie sitting down with Sabelo Mkhabela. Sabelo is the current South African Arts and Culture Editor for OkayAfrica. In this episode, he unwinds his tumultuous journey to being a contemporary cultural writer who doubles as a photographer. However, Sabelo does not consider himself to be a photographer, the title ‘visual documentor’ sits more comfortably. He engages guest Ayanda Charlie about his journey from UCT student to hip Hop culture connoisseur in South Africa. Sabelo speaks warmly about how hard he has worked to find his niche through writing about the world of Hip Hop politics in South Africa. He has worked for The Mail & Guardian, The Fader and LiveMagSA. He has been mentored by industry greats such as Lindokuhle Nkosi and Joonji Mdyogolo who have shaped how he sells himself and his ideas to publications. “If you really really are about the shit you say you are about, you will know more than the layman or laywoman.

Episode 2 of Season of This Audio is Visual was recorded at The Forge in Braamfontein. The Forge is a pan-african and progressive cultural venue in Braamfontein. The episode features  "vibey" Zimbabwean born photographer and 3rd year film student Thabo "downtownthabz" Mthombeni on his journey through the lenses. From the importance of community, acknowledging the subject, archiving for the future and the inspiration behind his raw and insightful collection. Description by @SECHABA NKITSENG Produced and Hosted by @ANDYMKOSI Recorded and mixed by TSELISO MONAHENG Episode Artwork by TSELISO MONAHENG Recorded at THE FORGE 

The first episode of season 2  features fine artist and printmaker, Amichai Tahor. He tells of his appointment to take over the late Andre Meintjies' studio in Braamfontein, where he identified an opportunity to create a linkage between image makers and print makers. "There's  a lot of investigation that needs to be done into the act of producing an image into print." Amichai founded Lightfarm, a print company based in Johannesburg, with his friend and colleague, Andrius Vlachakis. Lightfarm services image makers at varying career levels. Recorded & Mixed by Tseliso Monaheng Produced by ANDYMKOSI Text Ayanda Charlie Photography Tseliso Monaheng

This Audio Is Visual is a podcast engaging African photographers on their work and journey as image makers. It is both a masterclass and blueprint archive for new image makers.  The conversations will vary according to what each photographer specializes in. The first 2020 episode features Puleng Mongale, a self-described storyteller with a love for documenting the authenticities of life while balancing the intricacies of being a modern day creative. “I am led by intuition, feelings so I let that guide me basically.  I just like making the most of what I’ve got at that moment in time.” Puleng speaks on the struggles of being black and creative in the advertising space where output is king and value is judged by how much one can churn in silence.   With a fresh eye and a bold narrative, she takes on the value of collaboration over the power of self-execution.  Here, she shares some of her personal methods revealing how hers and others' experience with aspects of history lead her through the