My name is Mikail Hansa
I’m a photographer
My dance with photography actually started in front of the camera where at the age of 21, I began a professional career in modelling, appearing in print and television media. Working with various stakeholders in front of the camera has given me a greater understanding and a different perspective of what is required to make a photo shoot a success, behind the camera.
My passion for photography is matched by my sense of adventure and wanderlust. I have embarked on photo-shoot assignments on location up Kilimanjaro, snorkeling through the Great Barrier Reef, scuba diving with sharks at Seal Island in Cape Town; bungee jumping at Bloukrans Bridge; para-gliding through the Drakensberg Mountain Range; and hot air ballooning in Argentina. Cycling the Cape Argus, the 94.7 Challenge, and running the 2 Oceans Marathon has also helped fuel my competitive edge.
Photography assignments take me to some of the most exotic locations the world has to offer. Meeting people from different backgrounds gives me a unique opportunity and perspective on life which in turn enhances my photographic techniques & understanding. Getting my private pilot’s license at 43 Air School in Port Alfred; in addition to satisfying my love of “flying & being in the air” has shown me a unique perspective of the world that I have to capture. This led me to take up aerial photography and the quick way out of the aircraft, sky-diving!
I have two post graduate degrees in Communication & PR Management; and Strategic Travel Management; majoring in photo-journalism. I also completed other courses in Business Management; Inter-Cultural Studies; a Diploma in Modelling; Language and Translation. In addition, I developed my photographic skills by attending various photographic workshops and exhibitions to learn the latest techniques; to name just two of which one being at the International Center of Photography in New York and the other at the College of Digital Photography.
My camera is always at hand, and I have been fortunate in capturing moments with global personalities on my travels:- Nelson Mandela, The Queen Mother, George Bush; Richard Branson, Quincy Jones, Arch Bishop Desmond Tutu, Naomi Campbell, Kingsley Holgate, the King of Ghana and ex Bafana Bafana Coach, Alberto Pereira.
The best results are gained from creating a relaxed and comfortable working environment, whether in studio or, on location. My services are tailored to your individual needs and building lasting relationships with my clients is a primary goal.