By Arwa Almasaari / Arab America Contributing Writer Karimeh Abbud, born in Bethlehem in 1893, made history as Palestine’s first professional female photographer. Her work, encompassing personal portraits and stunning landscapes, offers a rare visual record of daily life and prominent landmarks in early twentieth-century Palestine. Decades later, her recently discovered photographs inadvertently challenge the … Continued
By: Yaara Aleissa / Arab American Contributing Writer Photography as a tool For empathy As emotionally intelligent human beings the ability to empathize with one another is essential to treat each other in a manner that is equitable and understanding. Words and stories portray one side but may leave out details that provide the full … Continued
By: Riley Bryant / Arab America Contributing Writer Every year, the Hamdan International Photography Awards (HIPA) brings together some of the greatest camerawork from around the world to compete in Dubai’s prestigious photo contest. Created in 2015, the competition “demonstrates the commitment of Dubai to encouraging and supporting art, culture, and innovation.” If a photo … Continued
Neemz’s Palestinian heritage has constantly brought politics into the conversation. Her choice to wear her heart on her sleeve by being a proud Muslim – Hijabi shows how extraordinary of a woman she is. At the same time, Tusneem Abuhasan is a devoted fighter for individuality, something she manifests daily in her multi-creative pursuits which … Continued
By: Dani Meyer/Arab America Contributing Writer You may have seen all the lists of beautiful and extraordinary pictures of the Arab world – but have you ever seen the Arab world from space? Check out these 14 photographs to get a taste of what it’s like to see the Arab world from thousands of miles … Continued
By: Mohamed Nada/Arab America Contributing Writer How can photography be used to show pride in our culture? When it comes to taking pictures, more specifically in a cultural scene, one of the most controversial things to focus on while taking these types of photos is not what the heat of the moment is or what … Continued
By: Nana Osei/Arab America Contributing Writer Photography may sound easy for some, but it actually takes a lot of skill to get the right shot. The Arab world is the perfect muse for photographers, as its sites are enchanting and gorgeous. Many travels from all over the world to Arab countries in order to capture … Continued
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