Yemeni-Dutch visual artist who juggles the roles of an Art Director, designer, and photographer. I have a deep passion for exploring the complex relationship between people and their environments. My artistic journey is centered around capturing the essence of individuals and their distinctive life stories. I delve into the depths of their emotions, memories, and resilience as they weave through the tapestry of daily life and face its myriad challenges.

In my photography, I strive to bring to light their narratives, and in doing so, I realize that I am also uncovering my own story as a photographer. This process is a humble yet profound exploration that connects my art with the broader human experience.

Besides photography, I am also the founder of Snono Design Studio, a venture that reflects my vision as a designer. To discover more about this aspect of my work, please visit Snono.com.

Selected Art Exhibitions, Workshops & Experiences

2020

Mondriaan Fund Art Grant
Grant Recipient
The Netherlands

2019

Ode aan Talent
Group Exhibition
Humanity House, Den Haag, The Netherlands

2019

The City Stair case Conversations (Het trappenhuis van de stad)
Speaker
BAK, basis voor actuele kunst, Utrecht, The Netherlands

2019

An introduction to storytelling via photography workshop with Rogier Boogaard
Co-organizing/Lecturer
De voorkamer, Utrecht, TheNetherlands

2017

Tony Elumelu Foundation Entrepreneurship Programme
Mentor
Mentor for 2 startup projects (one year), one in Mauritius and another in South Africa

2016

Visualize the Invisible Workshop organized by Tamara Abdul Hadi
Participant
The Yemeni Salon (Sweden), Amman, Jordan

2013

Faces of Yemen
Group Exhibition
EU Residence, Sana’a, Yemen

2013

Mowgli Mentoring Experience (MME)
Mentor
Mowgli Foundation (UK), Sana’a, Yemen

2012

Design as a way of life
Speaker
TEDx Sana’a, Sana’a, Yemen

2011

Street Art During Arab Revolution
Group Exhibition
The Arab House, Madrid, Spain

2011

Yemen Peace Project
Group Exhibition
Yemen Peace Project, Los Angels, United States

2010

Words of Eyes
Group Exhibition
National Museum, Sana'a, Yemen

2010

Documentary photography workshop by Nabil Boutros
Participant
French Cultural Center, Sana'a, Yemen

2010

Social documentary photography workshop by Hazel Thompson
Participant
Sharjah Museum of Islamic Civilization, Sharjah, UAE

2009

Altitude in Sana’a
Group Exhibition
National Museum, Sana’a, Yemen

2009

Altotype technique workshop by Alfons Alt
Participant
French Cultural Center, Sana’a, Yemen

2008

Serial photography workshop by Andreas Rost
Participant
German House, Sana’a, Yemen

2009

Yemen, A treasure trove
Group Exhibition
Total Arts Gallery, Dubai, UAE

2009

Zoom on Sana’a
Group Exhibition
House of Culture, Sana’a, Yemen

2005

Documentary Photography workshop by Tim Smith
Participant
British Council, Sana’a, Yemen

Selected Interviews / Talks
My participation at "The City Stair case Conversations" in BAK, Utrecht (English) - Starting at 4:30.00
My work "Moments in Istanbul" was featured in CNN at "Connect the World" show. (English)
A reportage made by Deutsche Welle (DW) about my company Snono. (Arabic)
My Talk at TEDxSanaa 2012 - Design as a way of life. (English Subtitled)
An interview with me at "Good Morning from Istanbul" on TRT Arabic TV channel where I talked about design. (Arabic)
My work "Moments in Istanbul" was featured in CNN at "Connect the World" show. (English)
A reportage made by Deutsche Welle (DW) about my company Snono. (Arabic)
My Talk at TEDxSanaa 2012 - Design as a way of life. (English Subtitled)
An interview with me at "Good Morning from Istanbul" on TRT Arabic TV channel where I talked about design. (Arabic)