Instagram Influencer Spotlight On: Alvin Shugze @trash_snob

1) Tell us a little about yourself. What are you doing now and where do you come from?

Am from Nairobi, Kenya… Am currently a Law student but do photography on the side.. I have a knack for fashion so most of my pictures revolve around street wear and style..I also love art!

2) What are your topics of interest? What do you post on Instagram the most?

Fashion, Art, style and streeetwear.

3) How did your Instagram name come about?

There isn’t much to it..I was just playing around with words and felt like ‘trashsnob’ would make a dope combo haha.

4) What are some apps you use to edit your photos? Share with us your photo-editing routine!

Vsco-cam, Adobe Light room, Photoscape

5) Any Instagrammers whom you really like? Which Instagrammer inspires you the most?

Trashhand and 13thwitness really inspire me.

6) If there’s one thing your fellow Instagrammers just gotta try now, what’s it gonna be?

Posting pictures in an artistic way..make sure in each row the colors blend in together harmoniously.That way your layout will be beautiful and outstanding.

7) What’s your favorite part about being an influencer?

It warms my heart when people send me messages appreciating my work.It makes feel like am inspiring other upcoming photographers and content curators and to me, that’s the best feeling ever!

8) What are some of your top tips to brands for running campaigns? How do you maintain authenticity?

They should learn to always engage with the campaign participants. If a participant starts posting about the brand, they should pay attention and try to comment,like or even repost. They should also make good use of hashtags. When customers see you engage with people, it’ll help humanize your brand.

9) What would your advice be on the importance of quality and original content?

I always tell my fans to always base their pictures on quality over quantity. Also, rehashing other posts over and over again is not original!

10) What do you like best about partnering with brands?

I get paid haha.

Topics:

• Art
• Fashion
• Photography

Country:

Kenya