The Exploratory Trip “Chapters of Our Kingdom”

The "Chapters of the Kingdom" exploratory trip invites a group of renowned international photographers on a journey through the breathtaking natural landscapes and rich cultural heritage of Al-Ahsa. Their goal is to capture an inspiring visual narrative and unravel the stories and hidden gems found in this remarkable area.

On this journey the artists will discover a land adorned with lush oases, picturesque mosques and flourishing date farms, which makes it an enticing photographic experience and a distinctive source of inspiration.

Each artist will use their unique sensibilities to capture the beauty of the destinations, from the Alqara Mountains, Yellow Lake and Waha Al-Ahsa to Alibrahimi Palace and Alaqeer Beach. The result will be a series of images that document Al-Ahsa's treasures and present them to the world.

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The Exploratory Trip - Professional Photographers

Alejandro Chaskielberg

Argentina

Alejandro is a photographer based in Argentina who creates projects worldwide, showcasing his signature style of night photography that seamlessly blends documentary and art. He holds the prestigious title of the World Photography Organization’s World Photographer of the Year and has also received the BURN Emerging Photographer Grant from the Magnum Foundation and the Leopold Godowsky Jr. Award from Boston University. Chaskielberg's work has been exhibited in different biennials and festivals, including the Brighton Biennial (curated by Martin Parr), the Daegu Photo Biennial in South Korea, and the Ballarat International Photography Biennial in Australia.

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Farah Foudeh

Jordan

Farah began her photographic career by exploring the power structures and dynamics that take shape within desert landscapes, primarily in the deserts of Jordan. Although she frequents various parts of the country, she has been photographically connected to the south for over a decade, working mainly between Wadi Rum and Petra. She enjoys photographing places that are overly photographed and explores internal and external experiences of the desert. Looking at the role of the camera, tourism and political structures in shaping the realities of desert communities, she then dives deeper into understanding the masculine skeleton of the southern landscapes.

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Abdo Shanan

Algeria

Until 2006, Abdo studied telecommunications engineering at the University of Sirte. In 2012, he undertook an internship at Magnum Photos Paris, which provided him with the chance to reflect on his photographic approach. Abdo co-founded Collective 220 in 2015, a photography collective for Algerians. In 2020 he was awarded the Premi Mediterranean, and in 2022 the Albert Camus Incipience received the Sheikh Saoud Al Thani Award for his project "A Little Louder". That same year, Abdo presented his debut solo exhibition at Le Centre de la Photographie in Geneva.

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Tasneem Alsultan

Saudi Arabia

Tasneem is a visual storyteller, investigative photographer and global mentor. Her work primarily focuses on social issues in the Arab Gulf region, challenging stereotypical perceptions of the Middle East. Tasneem is a regular contributor to National Geographic, National Geographic Travel and The New York Times. In 2018, she became the first Arab female Global Ambassador for Canon, and in 2019 she was recognised as a Catchlight Fellow and received the 'Princess Noura University Award for Excellence' in the Arts Category. Tasneem also received an honorable mention for the Anja Niedringhaus Courage in Photojournalism award. In 2020 she co-founded Ruwa Space, a platform that supports visual creatives and offers education and consultation across the Middle East and North Africa.

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Latifa AlBokhari

Saudi Arabia

Latifa AlBokhari is a versatile Saudi artist who specialises in analogue photography including film photography, printing and installation art. Her creative work revolves around a continuous exploration of both herself and others, capturing the intricacies of memory and nostalgia while challenging conventional notions of belonging.

In 2019, Latifa was honored with the Idea Fund Grant and showcased her artwork in the "There Is Enough for Everyone" collective exhibition. Her work was also featured in the group exhibition "9" curated by Civic TV as part of the 2020 FotoFest Biennial.

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