Isiah Jordan is a UK-based photographer and youth worker, whose practice explores the intersection of identity, culture and community.
Grounded in a social documentary approach, Isiah’s work explores social behaviour and is shaped by the voices of the people he collaborates with. Their perspectives inform and challenge his creative direction, creating a collaborative dynamic that shapes his photographic narrative.
Interested in the relationship between the subject and the photographer.
Qualifications
University of Suffolk: Bachelor of Arts Degree - Photography (2024).
UK Youth: Extended Diploma - Youth Work Practice (2022).
Suffolk One Sixth Form College: Extended Diploma - Photography (2018).
Suffolk One Sixth Form College: Extended Diploma - Health and Social Care (2018).
Publications
A Generation Removed - including images from Vanley Burke (2024).
'check yourself' - in collaboration with Andy Fell (2023).
JAMIE - in collaboration with Jamie Jennings (2022).
Fellowships & Awards
Norwich & Norfolk Festival: Young Creative Bursary (2025).
SPILL + Think Tank: Visiting Associate (2025).
Eastern Angles: Boost - Creative Career Bursary (2024).
Norwich University of Arts: Beyond The Frame - Judge's Choice Award (2019).
Commissions
The Tearoom Social - Harvest Moon Cafe (2025).
The Thomas Wolsey 550 Project - St Peter's by the Waterfront (2025).
Outreach youth: Annual General Meeting - Think Tank (2024).
Ashanti Yard Sound System: Jamaican Independence - Bourne Vale Social Club (2024).
Whitton Youth Partnership: I <3 Whitton - Ipswich (2017).
Group Exhibitions
University of Suffolk: Arts Degree Show - Ipswich Campus (2024).
FORMAT Festival 23: Hidden Worlds - Derby QUAD (2023).
Norwich University of Arts: Beyond The Frame - St Andrews Brew House (2019).
University of Suffolk: Anna Airy - Waterfront Campus UOS (2019).
The Photocopy Club: Black & White Photocopies - London (2018).
Get in Touch
Currently based in Ipswich, Suffolk, UK.
For print sales, commissions and other enquiries:
Phone: +44 (0) 7902 955 611
Instagram: @isiahjordannx
