Bakare Olakintan Oluwatosin, popularly known as Plenty Visual, is a creative entrepreneur whose inspiring journey from the streets of Akure to the global stage of photography, videography and business, exemplifies passion, perseverance and purpose.
In this exclusive interview with Friday Extravaganza, he opens up about his humble beginnings, creative drive and vision for his brand — Batossy Diligent Business Enterprise
Can you tell us about your early life and how growing up in Akure shaped you?
Growing up in Akure was a formative experience. It’s a peaceful city with a strong sense of community and culture. People valued education, hard work and respect — all of which shaped who I am today. My exposure to Akure’s vibrant markets, local festivals and cultural richness gave me a deep sense of identity and appreciation for my roots.
When did your journey into photography and videography begin?
My passion for photography started after graduating from Aquinas College, Akure, in 2008. I worked as a sales boy in a photography and videography shop, and I became fascinated by how they captured beautiful moments.
Later, during my time at Adeyemi College of Education, I began practising photography with my Samsung S10 phone. In 2014, my brother bought me a camcorder, and that marked the beginning of my professional journey. After graduating in 2016, we co-founded Baclad Photography Studio in Akure, which we ran successfully for seven years.
I later moved to South Africa in 2021 to further my craft and returned to Nigeria in 2022 to continue expanding my brand. Over time, I also diversified into building engineering and car dealership — blending creativity with entrepreneurship.
Who or what inspires your creativity?
My biggest motivation is storytelling — how an image can preserve emotion and communicate powerful messages. I draw inspiration from great visual creators like Clarence Peters, TG Omori, Unlimited L.A, and Dave Meyers, who all tell authentic stories through their work.
You wear many hats — photographer, video director, entrepreneur and artist manager. How do you balance it all?
Discipline and planning keep me grounded. I see all my roles as interconnected. Creativity, structure and problem-solving are at the core of everything I do. Whether I’m directing a video, managing an artiste or supervising a construction project, I approach them all with the same level of commitment and vision.
What would you describe as your signature style or most memorable project?
I specialize in creative portrait and lifestyle photography, as well as music and event videography. One of my most memorable projects was an early shoot with Ayox. We shot in a simple, natural setting — everything just clicked: the light, the emotion, the energy. When Ayox saw the photos, his excitement reminded me why I love what I do.
What challenges have you faced in the creative industry?
The creative industry in Nigeria can be demanding. Sometimes, clients undervalue creativity or resources are limited, which makes consistency difficult. But I’ve learned that patience, professionalism and continuous learning keep you ahead.
Technology has also revolutionised the field. Editing and sharing are faster now, but I believe technology should enhance creativity, not replace it.
You’ve also ventured into artist management. How did that come about?
” It started naturally. I was the official photographer, video director and road manager for Bakare Ayomide Iyanuoluwa, professionally known as Ayox. Along with my brother, Olubunmi Lawrence Bakare (Karlyteros Beatz), we worked on building Ayox’s image, stage confidence and brand presence.
One of our proudest moments was seeing Ayox perform before over 10,000 fans at KWASU Bonfire 2023. It proved that years of teamwork were paying off.
Tell us about your company, Batossy Diligent Business Enterprise.
Batossy Diligent Business Enterprise is a multidisciplinary brand that bridges creativity and commerce. We provide services in photography, videography, artist management and talent promotion under the Plenty Visual brand.
We also engage in building engineering, car dealership, livestock farming, and project management. Our goal is simple — to deliver excellence, create opportunities and uphold diligence and integrity in everything we do.
What are your future goals for the brand and yourself?
I want to build a globally recognised creative brand and establish a production hub for young creatives. My dream is to provide mentorship, execute large-scale projects and create an ecosystem where professionalism and sustainability thrive.
What advice would you give to young creatives and entrepreneurs?
Start where you are, use what you have, and stay consistent. Don’t wait for perfect conditions. Be patient with your growth, surround yourself with positive influences, and stay authentic. Your uniqueness is your greatest strength.
Finally, how do you define success?
For me, success isn’t just about wealth. It’s about fulfillment, impact and integrity — doing what you love and inspiring others along the way.
To my supporters and fellow creatives, I say: stay passionate, stay humble and never stop believing. The world needs your light.
