About AOkada

André Okada was born in Düsseldorf in October 1968. For some years he worked in photo stores and professional laboratories before he started his freelance career. Unsure, whether to work as a photographer or in marketing, he started to offer services for both markets. André set up photo productions for fashion designers, model agencies, brands like Fuji Film, record labels like BMG or Jive, agencies like Grey etc., participated in the production of fashion shows and corporate events for companies like Nordic Mist or Canon and was hired as a Coolhunter for Nike and Dunhill.

Latest stories by AOkada

Nov 5

Models under the Half Moon

By AOkada

‘Am I allowed to be a Muslim model?’ Statements of this kind just show us how similar people in the whole world are – regardless of religions and origins. They give us an idea about childhood dreams, of being beautiful, admired and wealthy.

Aug 21

Taller, Skinnier, Younger, where are the limits?

By AOkada

The huge amount of talented aspirants from all over the world makes it difficult to enter into the market. Many models start their career as a teenager. Models need a strong book and need to gain experience on runways and photo shootings. Between fashion shows, editorials and go-sees, there is often no time for personal interests, school and the cosiness of family and friends.

Most popular stories by AOkada

Nov 5

Models under the Half Moon

By AOkada

‘Am I allowed to be a Muslim model?’ Statements of this kind just show us how similar people in the whole world are – regardless of religions and origins. They give us an idea about childhood dreams, of being beautiful, admired and wealthy.

Aug 21

Taller, Skinnier, Younger, where are the limits?

By AOkada

The huge amount of talented aspirants from all over the world makes it difficult to enter into the market. Many models start their career as a teenager. Models need a strong book and need to gain experience on runways and photo shootings. Between fashion shows, editorials and go-sees, there is often no time for personal interests, school and the cosiness of family and friends.

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