In celebration of World Photography Day on Aug. 19, we round up the top Instagram photography accounts in the region that will give you a visual treat and inspire you to pick up a camera.
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Saudi photographer Faisal Al-Jrifani uses his Instagram feed to showcase breathtaking scenes in the Kingdom. His photography is filled with majestic scenes ranging from rocky mountainous terrains to bodies of water that embrace impressive reflections of the surroundings.
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The photographer is slowly becoming a rising star in Saudi Arabia. Her feed illustrates engaging portraits that often feature subjects mixing Saudi culture with modern arts.
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With an inquisitive eye and a camera at hand, the Saudi photographer offers intimate and unique perspectives into the everyday lives of her subjects. Her powerful imagery is a depiction of how art can serve as a medium to challenge stereotypes and engage with important regional and social issues.
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The travel photography account focuses on the hidden beauty all around the North African country, with a dreamlike quality to the photos that capture more than just the image.
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Yassine Alaoui Ismaili is a Moroccan photographer who uses photography as a means of self-expression. The unique blend of his North African heritage, strategy of chess, and love for dance led him to explore new methods of experimentation through photography.
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Hailing from the UAE, investment banker turned photographer Altamash Javed’s editorial-like imagery depicts the iconic landmarks across the UAE and ties in the beauty of the cities’ landscapes with the simplicity of the old harbors.
