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Sandra Leigh Nagel (b. 1999) was raised in Cape Town, South Africa. She holds an MA in Fashion Photography from the London College of Fashion. Deeply immersed in her craft, Sandra has spent time hand-printing in the darkroom, bringing a tactile and intimate dimension to her practice. Her work has gained international recognition, with exhibitions in South Africa, Paris, and London, including the National Portrait Gallery, as well as on billboards across London.
“The language of storytelling is universal, enabling us to forge inclusive connections, control our own narrative and liberate ourselves.”
Through her portraiture, Sandra offers a glimpse into her optimistic and pure perspective on the world. Each image reflects her vision, capturing the essence of her subjects with honesty, authenticity and grace.
- Design Indaba
- Bubblegum Club
- Between 10&5
- Breakroom Africa
- Cape Town etc.
Based in London, Available worldwide.
Get in touch: sandranagel1@gmail.com
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Awards & Exhibitions:
- 2024 Taylor Wessing Portrait Award - National Portrait Gallery (London)
- 2024: Into Focus - Four Corners (London)
- 2024: Hackney Arts Ensemble (London)
- 2024: I don’t wanna mess this up Group Show (London)
- 2023: Top 20 Design Indaba Emerging Creatives of South Africa
- 2023: UAL Scholarship Award (London)
- 2023: Just Women | Image Nation group show (Paris)
- 2020: Between10&5 Top Grad Students to watch (South Africa)
- 2018: Gallery One 11 | Miss H Collection Group Show (Cape Town)
For Press and Enquiries contact: Sandranagel1@gmail.com