About Me
I’m Ibec Francis, a visual storyteller operating in New York, Florida, and Georgia, capturing moments, emotions, and narratives that live far beyond the frame.
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Photography is more than an image — it’s a story told in a single breath. I specialize in creating narrative-driven visuals, using composition, lighting, and atmosphere to transform everyday moments into cinematic experiences.
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In addition to photography, I also create short films. Film gives me another way to explore character, tension, and atmosphere — the same elements that inspire my photo work.
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My mission is to continue telling stories that resonate, inspire, and leave a lasting impression. This website is a place for clients, collaborators, and anyone who values visual storytelling to experience the world through my lens.
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EDUCATION:
2023 - Current | Valdosta State University
Bachelors of Fine Arts
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2021- 2023 | University At Buffalo
Bachelor of Fine Arts
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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
Freelance Photographer and Indie Filmmaker
ICAPTURE & ISTUDIOS | 2018 - Current
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Curating visuals for clients
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Directing/communicating with the client to curate specific requests
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Offering unique perspectives and ideas to enhance the quality of tphotograph and video
Valdosta State University
Student Assistant(Photo Editor) for The Spectator | 2024 – Current
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Managing most photography-based content for the newspaper
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Collaborated with other organizations and faculty member to promote their divisions
Greater New York Academy
School Newspaper Photographer & Writer | 2019 - 2020
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Managed event photography, capturing key moments at all school functions.
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Increased newspaper readership among parents, students, and faculty through strategic advertising campaigns.
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Collaborated effectively with students and faculty to promote brand awareness and ensure that all newspaper issues were in alignment with the school’s plan
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EXHIBITIONS:
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2026 Mezcla Valdosta State University Senior Show | Dedo Maranville Gallery
2024 Valdosta State University Student Juried Show | 3rd Place Winner | Dedo Maranville Gallery
2021 Greater New York Academy Winter Showcase​
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PUBLICATIONS:
“Home - Voyage Jacksonville Magazine.” Daily Inspiration: Meet Ibec Francis, Voyage Jacksonville, 12 Sept. 2024, voyagejacksonville.com/.
“Ibec Francis.” Odradek, 5 May 2025, blog.valdosta.edu/english/2025/05/01/ibec-francis/.
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SKILLS:
Adobe Lightroom | Indesign | Illustrator | Wondershare Filmora | Adobe Premiere | Pastel | Welding | Visual Media