Oliver Ehmig is a Miami-based artist working with photography and visual storytelling.
Born in Germany and raised in Colombia, he brings a diverse cultural influence to his work, capturing moments that resonate with authenticity and depth.
A self-taught artist, Oliver is dedicated to the continual refinement of his photographic style. Balancing a keen documentary-style vision with an inner Quixote-esque spirit, he navigates the visual landscape through his lens with a commitment to storytelling.
Among Oliver's most notable achievements is his long-term project with the Colombian Armed Forces, a testament to his ability to engage with diverse subjects and convey their stories with empathy and insight.
Oliver's work has been published in various publications, including 100 Years of the Colombian Air Force (book), Semana magazine VICE, Hecho_en magazine, National Geographic, Le Figaro, Verdens, Rotorcraft, Vertical Mag, and currently working on a self-edited book.(2024)
Awards
2023- Gold, Editorial/Conflict, Tokyo International Foto Awards
2023- Editorial Photographer of the year, ND Awards
2023- 1st place and gold star, ND Awards
2023- Honorable Mention Documentary, ND Awards
2023- 1 Silver, 3 Bronze, London International Awards
2023- Honorable Mention, IPA International Photo Awards
2022- 1 Titanium, Luum Awards
2022- Honorable Mention, MONOVISIONS AWARDS
2022- Silver, CANNES
2022- Gold and Silver, THE ONE SHOW
2022- 1 Gold, 6 Silver, AMERICAN ADVERTISING AWARDS
2021- Gold, Silver, Bronze, OJO DE IBEROAMÉRICA
2021- 2 Silver, ADDY AWARDS
2021- 3rd Place, IPA International Photo Awards
2021- Honorable Mention, ND Awards
2021- Honorable Mention, Tokyo International Foto Awards
2021- Bronze, FIAP
Recognitions
2021- Jury for Mobius Awards
2018- Jury for City of Medellín Patrimonial Archive Award
2018- Jury for Low Carbon City Photo Awards
Exhibitions
2017- Humanscapes, South Africa.
2015- Retrato Antioquia, Colombia.
Please don't hesitate to reach out for projects or any other inquiries.