Trevor Stuurman Biography: Age, Net Worth, Height, Nationality, Instagram, Photography, Exhibitions, Partner

Trevor Stuurman is a celebrated South African visual artist, photographer, creative director, and media entrepreneur known for his powerful storytelling through fashion photography, multimedia installations, and platforms that celebrate contemporary African creativity, empowering global audiences with vibrant narratives of identity, culture, and belonging.

Quick Facts

• Full Name: Trevor Stuurman
• Stage Name: Trevor Stuurman
• Born: December 25, 1992
• Age: 33 years old
• Birthplace: Kimberley, Northern Cape, South Africa
• Nationality: South African
• Ethnicity: South African
• Occupation: Visual Artist, Photographer, Creative Director, Media Entrepreneur
• Height: Unknown
• Religion: Christianity
• Parents: Mr. Stuurman and Mrs. Stuurman
• Siblings: Unknown
• Spouse: Unknown
• Children: Unknown
• Relationship: Unknown
• Net Worth: $5 million USD

Early Life and Education

Trevor Stuurman was born on December 25, 1992, in Kimberley, Northern Cape, South Africa. He was brought up by his parents Mr. Stuurman and Mrs. Stuurman in a modest family in the historic mining capital of Kimberley, where his father passed away while he was a teenager.

He grew up having siblings whose names remain private. He pursued higher education at AFDA (The School of the Creative Economy), graduating with a BA (HONS) in Motion Picture and Live Performance. His ethnicity is South African. His religion is Christianity.

Growing up poor in Kimberley shaped his deep connection to African identity, resilience, and the importance of role models, driving his commitment to archiving and celebrating African narratives from a young age.

Career

Trevor Stuurman began his professional path after graduating from AFDA, gaining early recognition as Elle’s Style Reporter in 2012. He established himself as a leading fashion and portrait photographer, shooting for international brands and celebrities including Naomi Campbell, Beyoncé (as key creative contributor and stylist for Black Is King), Barack Obama, Dr. Esther Mahlangu, Teyana Taylor, Gigi and Bella Hadid, Kendall Jenner, and Iman Hammam.

His practice spans photography, performance, installation, and creative direction, with collaborations alongside the United Nations, Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, and Obama Foundation. He founded The Manor in 2023, a storytelling platform amplifying African narratives, named one of National Geographic’s Best of The World 2024.

Notable exhibitions include solo show A Place Called Home, group shows at Brooklyn Museum’s Africa Fashion, and acquisitions by the Brooklyn Museum in 2024. He has curated installations such as Teleporting into Africa and contributed to British Vogue while spotlighting African creatives through Arise Africa and AfroPunk Johannesburg. A Forbes 30 Under 30 honouree and TIME Next Generation Leader, he continues to challenge stereotypical representations of Africa through dynamic, celebratory visuals.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @trevor_stuurman
• Facebook: Trevor Stuurman
• TikTok Handle: @trevorstuurman

Personal Life

Trevor Stuurman is 33 years old and his height is unknown. Details about his present relationship status remain private with no publicly confirmed spouse or past relationships. Information about children is not available. He maintains a focus on his creative work and humanitarian efforts while keeping family matters discreet.

Net Worth

Trevor Stuurman’s net worth is estimated at $5 million USD. His income primarily comes from photography commissions and portrait sessions for global celebrities and brands; creative direction and styling projects including high-profile collaborations like Beyoncé’s Black Is King; sales of limited-edition artworks and installations through galleries such as THK Gallery; speaking engagements and exhibitions; media entrepreneurship through The Manor platform; and brand partnerships that leverage his influence in African and international fashion and art scenes.

Filmography

• Black Is King (2020, key creative contributor and stylist)
• A Place Called Home (2022 solo exhibition)
• This Is Home (installation at Motsepe Foundation’s Mandela 100 Summit)
• Teleporting into Africa (curated installation for Absolut)
• From Africa with Love series (ongoing photographic works)
• A Grammar of Belonging (2018/2026 mixed-media installation)