Award-winning photographer and visual storyteller Tolani Alli has officially announced The HaTricks Masterclass, a four-day photography and storytelling programme scheduled to run from January 21 to January 24, 2026.
Announcing the initiative via Instagram, Alli described the masterclass as a deeply personal project shaped by years of demanding creative work, high-pressure environments, and the responsibility of documenting history as it unfolds.
“The HaTricks Masterclass was born from years of giving everything to this craft. The long nights. The early mornings. The pressure of getting it right when history is unfolding in front of you. It carries the lessons I learned through discipline, mistakes, correction, faith, and an unrelenting pursuit of excellence.”
She explained that the programme goes beyond technical photography skills, focusing instead on the foundation of meaningful storytelling and professional presence.
“This is where I share not only how to make photographs, but how stories are truly built. How to see before you shoot. How to prepare before the moment arrives. How to show up with confidence in important rooms. How to tell real stories in a way that people remember and trust.”
Okay News reports that the masterclass will cover intentional composition, editing decisions, narrative clarity, and the emotional intelligence required to communicate effectively across platforms.
According to Alli, the work of a storyteller is not defined by visuals alone.
“Every frame I have made was intentional. From how it is composed, to how it is edited, to knowing when to add sound and when to let silence speak. From guiding leaders on how to show up well, to helping organizations and projects communicate clearly across platforms. The work is not just visual. It is about emotion, intention, and human connection.”
The programme is positioned as an invitation to creatives who feel called to do more with their craft than simply take photographs.
“If any part of this sounds like you.
If you have ever cared deeply about getting it right.
If you know you are meant to do more with your craft than just take pictures.Then this is me opening my hands and inviting you in.
The HaTricks Masterclass.”
Registration for The HaTricks Masterclass is open in two categories. The General package costs ₦250,000 and begins on January 21, 2026, while the VIP package, priced at $2,000, runs from January 23 to January 24, 2026, offering expanded access and deeper engagement.
The masterclass is sponsored by Payaza, with organisers noting that spaces are limited. With this initiative, Tolani Alli continues to reinforce her reputation not only as a documentarian of power and leadership, but as a mentor committed to shaping the next generation of African visual storytellers.
