Tasweer names winners of 2026 Project and Single Awards on World Photography Day
<p>Doha, Qatar: Marking World Photography Day, Tasweer Photography Festival Qatar announced the winners of the Tasweer 2026 Project Award and Single Image Award, recognising 30 photographers whose works were selected from this year’s submissions.</p> <p>The winners were announced during a special gathering at Fire Station Cinema, attended by photographers, artists and members of Qatar’s creative…
Doha, Qatar marked World Photography Day by unveiling the winners of the Tasweer 2026 Project Award and Single Image Award at a ceremony held at Fire Station Cinema. The event, attended by photographers, artists, and members of Qatar's creative community, was also streamed live online. A total of 30 photographers were honored for their exceptional works selected from this year's submissions.
Twenty photographers received the Single Image Award, with their works ranging from documentary photography and portraiture to personal storytelling. The chosen images explored themes like memory, identity, heritage, place, community, and social change. Selected photographers include Abdullatif Alnaemi, Ahad Alshamari, and Amna Marafi, among others.
Meanwhile, ten photographers were recognized for the Project Award, with each work showcasing unique perspectives on various aspects of life in Qatar and the broader region. Notable recipients include Amat Al-Rahman Alafory, Ebrahim Alipoor, and Fatema Al-Mohalal Al-Doh. The winning images will join those from the 2025 edition in an exhibition during the fourth annual Tasweer Photo Festival in 2027.
During the ceremony, Tasweer Photography Festival Director Khalifa Al Obaidly highlighted the significance of the occasion, stating, "Gathering on World Photography Day allows us to honor the creativity and compelling narratives of photographers across our region. These award-winning works showcase how image-making can bridge cultures, preserve lived experiences, and open new conversations."
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