Today, social media is a huge part of our lives more than ever, with that being a fact, both professional and upcoming photographers have the chance to exhibit their work and make sure everyone can see it. Instagram is a platform where they can share their work, engage with their followers and observe their performance.
To celebrate World Photography Day on August 19, Facebook has put together a list of top photography-related Instagram accounts in MENA that are sure to give you a visual treat and also inspire you to pick up that camera and shoot! Check them out below:
Egypt
1. Omar Refaat
Omar Refaat has a keen eye for patterns in the sky; his drone photography features unique compositions that draw you in and keep you coming.
2. Khaled El Gammal
Khaled El Gammal’s diving and underwater photography reflect a passion for nature and the sea that is inspiring.
3. Egypt Shots
Egypt Shots’ travel photography focuses on the hidden gems all around Cairo.
4. Ahmed Hayman
Ahmed Hayman’s photos and portraits are moments frozen in time, the very opposite of “still life”. The joy and pain almost escape from the images.
5. Haya Khairat
Haya Khairat’s photos contrast vibrant colors with the stillness of black and white photography.
6. Salma El Kashef
Salma El Kashef’s photos combine a high-fashion vibe with a retro flair, she switches between candids and artistic photos.
7. Taimour Othman
Taimour Othman’s photos take you below the surface and far up into the sky, focusing on the beauty of nature and wildlife.
8. Yehia El Alaily
Yehia El Alaily’s food, travel, and lifestyle imagery and patterns draw you in. He uses a mixture of brightly colored and pastel shots that offer a subtle comfort.
9. Coucla Refaat
Coucla Refaat’s travel and adventure photos reflect an avid interest in showcasing the beauty and joy in the world.
10. Noor Emad
Noor Emad’s exciting photographs have suspended movement as a central theme, whether it be sports or fashion snapshots.
Morocco
1. Mouss Lamrabat
Mouss Lamrabat developed his own unique vision on fashion photography where he fused his Moroccan roots, tradition, and culture with the western world he grew up with.
2. Ismail Zaidy
Ismail Zaidy draws inspiration from his family and heritage. His sharp and ultra-graphic photography has gained a cult following.
3. Fatima Zohra Serri
Fatima Zohra Serri’s unwavering gaze of her lens is smashing taboos and highlighting inequality in Moroccan Muslim culture.
4. Muhcine Ennou
Muhcine Ennou’s hybrid practice merges many media in interdisciplinary cross-overs.
5. Imane Djamil
Imane Djamil’s visual and literary work seeks the very fine line between reality and the sublime in what she calls Mental Geographies.
6. Mohcine Harisse
Mohcine Harisse aka Mohcineaoki is a photographer that focuses his work on capturing the feelings and emotions of people.
7. Yassine Alaoui
Yassine Alaoui is a photographer with a unique blend of his Arab-North-African heritage, his strategy of chess, and his love for dance.
8. Amira Azzouzi
Amira Azzouzi is a photographer that takes pictures as a hobby. Her first motives focus on creativity and self-development.
9. Joseph Ouechen
Joseph Ouechen’s developed an affinity for fashion and street-style photography through candid snapshots of his surroundings.
10. Jacob Zawaq
Jacob Zawaq collaborates with many Moroccan artists in different fields and is the official photographer of the annual event Mawazine Festival.
United Arab Emirates (UAE)
1. Jumana Jolie
Jumana Jolie has been documenting the rise of the city for the past ten years. She brilliantly captures the beauty of the cities she visits and has an eye for natural landscapes.
2. Kieran Walsh
Kieran Walsh specializes in landscapes, cityscapes & travel photography.
3. Musaab Almuassbi
Musaab Almuassbi uses his Instagram as a medium to showcase the beauty of his country to the world. His photos capture the purity of the lively cities and vast deserts of his travel destination.
4. Herald Herrera
Mostly shot on an iPhone, Herald Herrera’s account is where you’ll discover Dubai’s “hidden gems.” His unique composition captures diverse corners of the UAE.
5. Debbie Fortes
Debbie Fortes effortlessly uses her iPhone 6 to capture a stunning glimpse of the UAE from a variety of vantage points.
6. Altamash Javed
Altamash Javed’s editorial-like imagery depicts the iconic landmarks across the UAE and ties in the beauty of the cities’ landscapes with the old allies and harbors.
7. Nicolas Tohme
Nicolas Tohme is a visual creator with unparalleled skills in photography, portrait, fashion, and editorial photoshoots as much as he does with street, architectural, and travel photography.
Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA)
1. Lina Mo
Lina Mo’s feed illustrates engaging portraits which often feature subjects mixing Saudi culture with modern arts.
2. Tasneem Al Sultan
With her inquisitive eye and camera at hand, Tasneem Al Sultan offers intimate and unique perspectives into the everyday lives of her subjects.
3. Faisal Al Jrifani
Faisal Al Jrifani’s photography is filled with majestic scenes ranging from rocky mountainous terrains to bodies of water that showcase reflections of his surroundings.
4. Iman Al-Dabbagh
Iman Al-Dabbagh’s atypical style transcends the cliché ‘pretty photographs’ and offers her audience a raw glimpse into her subjects’ lives.
Not satisfied? Which photographers do you think should also be celebrated on #WorldPhotographyDay? Share them with us and tell us why!
