Cécile Boko is a vibrant portrait photographer born and raised in Paris, France, with proud roots from Benin and Algeria. Now based in Los Angeles (though you’ll just as often find her hopping on planes for projects around the globe), Cécile brings a worldly sensibility and undeniable warmth to every image she creates.

She picked up a camera at just 11 years old, never imagining it would become her life’s work, and over the years, that early spark of curiosity grew into a full‑blown passion. Known for her cinematic, rich-toned portraits, she has worked with an incredible roster of high-profile clients including Tina Knowles, Kelly Rowland, Lil Wayne, Issa Rae, Shenseea, Cynthia Erivo, Chrissy Teigen, John Legend, Meagan Good, Kash Doll, Saint JHN, Fireboy DML, and so many more.

Cécile’s work has been featured in publications like ELLE, PAPER, XONecole, VULKAN, BET, The Shade Room, Hype Hair, Le Courrier de l’Atlas, Voyage LA, Urbaine Paris, and even on the websites of the Kardashians. Her images have been exhibited in solo shows and projects all over the world, each one carrying her signature blend of intimacy & elegance.

Cécile found her voice behind the camera, not to hide, but to reveal. Through her lens, she intentionally shapes and elevates ideas, collaborating closely with platforms, talent, and brands to transform a vision into imagery that feels true, powerful and alive.