Azeez Alayah came to Chicago after emigrating from Nigeria at 11 years old. Hailing from the South Shore neighborhood, He knew that he was going to have to work hard and stay focused in order to achieve his dreams. …After starting his career as a model, working with many high-end brands, and appearing in major magazines, He often wondered, “What is next for me?” Photography felt like a natural transition, and he soon fell in love with the craft. Since his start in photography in 2016, Azeez has worked with many celebrities, such as Queen Key, Anne Marie, Flynari, and many more. 

Now, with three studio spaces and his own film production company, he is determined to make Chicago the creative center of the world. 

You can check out Azeez’s work at @projectzeezy on Instagram or the ProjectZeezy page of this website.