The fact that we had to make this shoot work in the midst of obstacles is what makes it magical for me.
I mean, we really didn’t have any choice and we went hard!!!
New work for @silkluxury_ with @theniyifagbemi
It’s world STITCHES day!!!
I wore my production girly hat for this one and also had moments where @kenechukwu_obiajulu believed in me🥰
We made a beautiful film!
This film will make you love LOVE by force or by fire 🤭
STITCHES is out in a cinema near you!!!
Survival of the fittest 🤭😂
Whenever I am on set longer that a day shoot, music is what takes me through and tbh I focus my mind on getting good shots rather than looking forward to the last day on set.
So tell me, how do you survive longer days on set?👇🏽
Trailer Alert!!! Beyond The Pain.
Today, May 10, marks exactly one year since we met Sharon during the World Lupus Day celebration. We promised her that we would help raise awareness about lupus. After waiting patiently, we have finally created a short, educational video about the disease.
Lupus is a chronic autoimmune disorder where the immune system erroneously attacks healthy tissues and organs, leading to inflammation in joints, skin, kidneys, brain, heart, and lungs
#documentaryphotography #camera #documentary
CREW
Talent: @sharon_orevba
Director: @jayogbe & @saintonios
DP1: @chibem
DP2: @opeskii
Field Producer: @ekpali_saint
Producer: Visual Farm
Editor: @saintonios
Executive Producer: @saintonios@miss_omohu
Just a girl, her sash, her crown and the rides!🎡
Spent my birthday satisfying my inner child and I enjoyed every second of it. Mostly the part where I laughed at everyone screaming for the rides to stop.
Heart full and beyond grateful to God for another year and to everyone who celebrated me.
THANK YOUUU FOR ALL THE LOVE💛🥂
365 round the sun 😌🥳🍾
Still Grateful
Still Growing
Still Graceful
Dear Chichebem, I pray you never lose your childlike wonder.
Welcome to your Jesus year💛
Happy Birthday Chichebem Zaraarti
I love youuuuuuuuu💐
“Do you want to trend on BellaNaija or not?”
We’ve all heard it, the pressure to choose the “standard” over what actually feels like us.
This project is one I enjoyed working on because Adân Îdét isn’t just a commercial; it’s a tribute to every woman who has ever felt like her natural beauty wasn’t “enough” for the big moments. It’s about the power of choosing yourself and finding beauty in your own restoration.
The goal? To make sure every woman watching feels validated in her own skin and her own hair.
Your crown. Your choice. Your story.
If you could go back and tell your younger self one thing about her natural beauty, what would it be?
Director @utonwaenemuo
Cinematography @chibem
Makeup @artistrybyyeesha
Editor @uto_nwa
Special shoutout to @danielamao_ who always, always comes through for me. I appreciate you!💛
I’ve always believed the best stories aren’t the ones we make up, but the ones we find in the world around us.
I am Chichebem Aguocha, most people call me Zara. I am a cinematographer and If you stay around for a while, you’ll know I’m at my happiest behind a lens, finding the heart in real stories and the cultures that shape us.
My life is fueled by my faith, my favorite people, and the belief that even the most serious work should have room for some fun and laughter.
2025 was full of “pinch -me”moments, from the resilient stories I documented on set to the quiet, personal milestones that reminded me why I love what I do. Witnessing realities that shifted my own perspective has been a privilege, and I’m carrying all that energy into this next chapter.
Right now, I’m pouring my energy into intentional storytelling; diving into projects that challenge perspectives while creating magic through collaboration. I’m so ready for more meaningful frames and a lot more laughter along the way.
Here’s to fresh eyes and the journey ahead.
Onward and upward! 🥂🎥
HAPPY NEW YEAR FAM 💛
I’d love to know: What do you do, and what’s one thing you’re focusing your energy on this year?
Over the weekend, despite life’s ( read work ) schedule, I took out time to have a birthday lunch with my family which also happens to be my sister’s birthday too. So double celebration 🤭
This meant a lot to me because it’s been 8 years since I last celebrated my birthday with my family.
Happy birthday to me (us) once again 😌
Chichebem, you are such a sweet bunny!
You radiate light and fill up every room you walk in.
Most times I wonder how you do it, how you show up despite everything. But yea, that’s just who you are.
A resilient, kind, gentle, wild and all round amazing lady.
I love your growth
I love how you carry yourself
I love how you don’t fear failure but embrace it
I love how each time you fail, you’ve learnt from it and won
I love how you love your friends and will fiercely fight for them
I love how you make your siblings mad and laugh at the same time ( yea, they will never admit that you are funny😏)
Most importantly I love how you’ve taken your hands off the wheel and lay it all to God.
Keep it up 👍🏽✌🏽
Happy birthday Chichebem Zaraarti 🎉🍾🎂
I love me so damn much! 🥺💛
Photo by my Sisto😌 @nenyella_
PS: thank you so much for the birthday wishes 🥰💛💛
As usual, I always drop my yearly recap late (read whenever I want 😏)
I tried to intentionally drop my 2024 recap on the 31st of December 2024 but I couldn’t because I was so overwhelmed. 2024 was a year that tested me in ways I didn’t expect, not just work but in life generally and trying to put this reel together, I realized I needed to pause to give God thanks!
When I thought 2024 wasn’t such a great year, this reel made me realize the little goals I ticked off without knowing.
This is a reminder to document more in 2025, so that my posture will always be one of gratitude!
Also want to express my gratitude to my incredible clients , everyone who believed and referred me to opportunities, my partners, thank you! Your love, encouragement and support inspire me.
Cheers 🥂 to a year of possibilities.
#femalefilmmaker #newyear
#sonyfilmmaker #sony
#femalecinematographer
