Fishing for Gold

Reginald Boateng

2025 — Ghana

About this series

Fishing for Gold is a photography series that captures the dedication of a fisherman as he ventures into golden-hued waters to provide for his family. Through evocative images, this project highlights the daily struggle and triumph of a man who turns the serene act of fishing into a means of sustenance,hope and connection to nature illustrating the deep bond between his labor and his family’s livelihood.
It suggests finding purpose and hope in everyday activities, recognizing the profound connection between our efforts and our family’s well-being.
In the eye of the fisherman the smiles on his family’s faces is like GOLD to his sight.

Photographer: Reginald Boateng
Nationality: Accra, Ghana
Based in: Ghanaian
Instagram: @reginaldboateng_

Reginald Boateng is a Ghanaian visual artist and photographer whose work explores identity, culture, and storytelling through the lens of colour and composition. Born and based in Accra, his journey into photography began with an iPhone, capturing everyday life and developing a distinctive style rooted in Ghanaian heritage.
Strongly influenced by Kente fabric, his work reflects the rich textures and bold colours of African tradition, blending documentary and conceptual photography to create compelling visual narratives. His ability to merge traditional influences with modern aesthetics has gained him international recognition, including a feature in Apple’s Shot on iPhone series,The Guardian and exhibitions across Ghana, London, New York, and Athens.
Artist Statement – The Color Theory
As an artist, I explore the dynamic interplay of colors—how they mix, interact, and influence one another. My work is grounded in the belief that colors hold the power to evoke emotion, shape perception, and create harmony, Guided by the principles of theory of color, I aim to create compositions that connects visually and emotionally with my audience. Color is my language, and with it, I tell stories that inspires.
The visual inspiration of color behind my works is derived from “Kente” -A colorful handwoven Ghanaian fabric.The play on color combinations of the weaving process of Kente reflects in my artistic process,and aims to influence my audience of the essence and identity of Ghanaian and African culture.