An NYC Spotlight on 5 Bahraini Photographers

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An NYC Spotlight on Bahraini Photographers

His visa to New York was rejected but that didn’t stop Ali Al Shehabi’s work from finding a spot in one of New York’s subways. Along with Al Shehabi, Bahrain-based photographers, Ishaq Madan, Enas Sistani, Mustafa AbdulHadi, and Rasha Yousif have made it to the Museum of Modern Art’s Photo Club, a Webby Award-winning participatory social media initiative launched in May 2021.

Take a look at these riveting captures from talented local photographers.

Ishaq Madan, a well-known face behind the lens in Bahrain captured Bahraini youth skateboarding. The depiction of tradition and modernity evident in this picture that comes from Ishaq’s intricate storytelling process, through metaphors.

@ishaqmadan

Mustafa AbdulHadi’s ‘Iftar’ captures a significant part of the Ramadan rituals. People gathering at dusk to break their fast at a local spot was the setting for his work that made it to the MoMA spotlight.

@mustafaa7

Ali Al Shehabi’s notable capture is part of his series, Men of the Pearl which depicts Bahraini men in their households. Pearl is used to describe Bahrain AKA the 'pearl of the gulf'.

@_alishehabi

Enas Sistani

received her MoMA recognition for capturing tea time at a local spot. Along with stunning street photography, Enas uses her lens to shed light on mental health awareness.

@solovagabond

Rasha Yousif’s photography focuses on culture, architecture, and traditional ways of living. Born and raised in Muharraq, Bahrain, Rasha’s work showcases the less-travelled cultural destinations around the world - the Columbian Palanquera being one of them.

@rshrsho

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