Portrait

I SUFFER BUT I AM

Tehran, Iran

Autumn 2020

By early 2020 the world was sinking into uncertainty.

People quarantined in their homes to stay safe but financial pressure was building up.

Despite the risks, some had to work to support their families, yet still managed a smile.

EYES

Qeshm Island, Iran

2017

I set off to Southern Iran, planning to write a travelogue and visited several villages.

This collection of “Eyes” photos was shot with my friend’s camera.

Most inhabitants of Qeshm are Sunni and consider it Haram to be photographed.

The sun has burnt their faces, but their eyes say so much.

They assumed I was a foreign tourist and were willing to pose for me.