Bob Pixel
Bob Pixel | |
|---|---|
| Born | Emmanuel Yeboah Bobbie |
| Died | 25 February 2021 |
| Nationality | Ghana |
| Citizenship | Ghanaian |
| Education | KNUST |
| Occupation | Photographer |
Emmanuel Yeboah Bobbie (Died 25 February 2021), also known as Bob Pixel,[1][2] was a professional Ghanaian photographer and graphic designer.[3] He created his own brand in the form of documenting events like funerals and festivals. He worked with celebrities such as M.anifest, John Dumelo, Yvonne Nelson, Menaye Donkor, Jackie Appiah and others.[4] He was to participate in the 2021 International Fashion Week in Amsterdam.[5] He was also nominated for the 2021 Photographer of the Year in the Entertainment Achievement Awards.[6]
Personal life and Education
Bob attended KNUST where he graduated with BSc. in Communication Design in 2001. He left behind 3 children.[7]
Career
He was a photographer known for capturing images of tourist sites in Ghana and other social gatherings. He worked with international agencies such as UNICEF (Living with Refugees), Ecobank, GH Fan Milk, Emirates, Samsung, Coca-Cola and others.[8]
Death
He died on Thursday, 25 February 2021.[9] According to some reports, the cause of his death was unknown.[10][11] Some reports also claimed Bob died of COVID-19 complications.[12][13]
References
- ^ "You were a photography icon; social media eulogises Bob Pixel". Graphic Online. Retrieved 27 February 2021.
- ^ "Photography genius, Bob Pixel reportedly passes on - MyJoyOnline.com". www.myjoyonline.com. Retrieved 27 February 2021.
- ^ "Emmanuel Bobbie". Flickr. Retrieved 27 February 2021.
- ^ "Check out Bob Pixel's final post on social media before his death". www.ghanaweb.com. 26 February 2021. Retrieved 27 February 2021.
- ^ "14 fashion entrepreneurs to represent Ghana at Int'l Fashion Week". Citinewsroom - Comprehensive News in Ghana. 6 March 2019. Retrieved 27 February 2021.
- ^ "Citi TV announces nominees for maiden Entertainment Achievement Awards [Full list]". Citinewsroom - Comprehensive News in Ghana. 16 February 2021. Retrieved 27 February 2021.
- ^ "Photographer Bob Pixel reportedly passes away (PHOTOS)". Pulse Ghana. 25 February 2021. Retrieved 27 February 2021.
- ^ "You were a photography icon; social media eulogises Bob Pixel". Graphic Online. Retrieved 27 February 2021.
- ^ Asante, Kwajo (26 February 2021). "Tears Flow As Top Ghanaian Photographer Passes On". NewsNowGh -Current Jobs Vacancies In Ghana, Ghana News, Celebrities News, Ghana. Retrieved 27 February 2021.
- ^ "Famous Ghanaian photographer Bob Pixel dead". GhPage. 25 February 2021. Retrieved 27 February 2021.
- ^ "Photographer Bob Pixel reportedly passes away". e.TVGhana. 25 February 2021. Retrieved 27 February 2021.
- ^ "Covid-19: Popular photographer Bob Pixel passes away". Modern Ghana. Retrieved 27 February 2021.
- ^ Starrfm.com.gh (25 February 2021). "Popular Ghanaian photographer Bob Pixel passes away". Starr Fm. Retrieved 27 February 2021.