Gilbert Asante 🇬🇭

When the mind is silent like a lake the lotus blossoms 🪷 Unless the mind is restful, we cannot experience the harmony and union within us. Images by me. All rights reserved.

King Promise, KiDi & Kwesi Arthur for Glitz Africa Magazine 2018, photographed by Gilbert Asante

The Prince of Africa, FREEDOM JACOB CAESAR (2021) 📸: @Gilbertasante

Had a sit down with @gqsouthafrica to dive into my process, the @meta film, and what it means to tell African stories on a global stage. Catch the full interview on their website. Story by @yaw_tollo

Proud to bring home a Gold and Silver at The Global Entertainment Marketing Academy of Arts & Sciences Thank you to our incredible team. What started as a shared vision to tell authentic African stories has just been recognized on a global stage.

Magic was made

Introducing Gilbert Asante @gilbertasante : The Visual Alchemist Redefining Africa’s Creative Identity From the vibrant streets of Accra to international platforms, Gilbert Asante has carved out a space as one of Africa’s most compelling visual storytellers. More than a photographer, he is a cultural architect framing African excellence with global elegance and reshaping how the continent is perceived, both at home and abroad. In a world where visuals speak before words, Asante’s work commands attention. Each image is more than a portrait it is a story, a statement, and a celebration of identity. As the founder and creative force behind Laceup Media, he merges fashion, portraiture, and branding with a cinematic edge that is both contemporary and timeless. His lens has captured global celebrities, cultural icons, and emerging talents alike, always with the same dedication to authenticity, dignity, and distinction. What makes Asante’s journey remarkable is its unconventional beginning. Originally trained as a telecommunications engineer, he stumbled upon photography while searching for quality visuals for the websites he was designing. Picking up the camera out of necessity, he uncovered a passion that would evolve into a powerful career. Today, that pivot has positioned him at the forefront of African creativity, with editorials, high-end campaigns, and groundbreaking digital projects to his name. Read more here: empiremagazineafrica.com/gilbert-asante…

This was flawless.

New work with GQ feat. 3 African heavyweights who are playing the long game shifting culture, reclaiming identity, and reshaping the global narrative around African creativity. Michael Djaba, Kwame Blay, and Alvin Nana Kwame Bekoe.

We did a thing 🥂

Got commissioned by @meta to tell @LisaQuama’s story through movement and memory. This one was all about culture, connection, and how we express who we are. Shoutout to my team you helped turn an idea into something real. Appreciate you all. #AfricaDay

Saturday 24th 🥂

Golden sands, silk dreams. Dicta’s Luxe Oasis Photography @gilbertasante #dubai #fashion #photographer #dunes

Thrilled to present ‘Visionaries of Style’ with @GQSOUTHAFRICA An editorial on three creatives shaping the narrative of Ghana’s creative scene 🇬🇭 I crafted a visual narrative that embodies their journey, style, and creative grit. Cc @DarrenKenDoll @iamkaptin @meekahjagun

Stone, water, and flame Filmed on the Volta lake #lake #stone #africa #mountains #travel #dji #canonr5 #blue #ghana #cinematic #glam #photoshoot #fashion #beauty

Team Ghana wearing kente during the 1964 Olympics ceremony in Tokyo

@heispreston It’s like they don’t even realize they dealing with lives.

Abeg nauuuuuu Una dey speed up this endtime p like play 😭 Can everybody everyone just funking breatheeee

These images capture the heart and soul of Zaare – a place where tradition meets artistry. Gratitude goes to @zaarefolks for commissioning this project. Production by @laceupmedia Photography @gilbertasante

Journeying to Zaare, Ghana was an unforgettable adventure. From the artisans’ skilled hands weaving stories into baskets, to the stunning landscapes that framed our editorials, every moment I documented was a testament to the beauty of this vibrant community.

Most of the shadows of this life are caused by standing in one’s own sunshine. Tell me of the darkness and how it shaped your soul Not interested in diamonds, I want to know your coal Tell me of the fire how its flame refined your gold OUT OF THE SHADOWS by @gilbertasante