In between

2016-2020

In Between offers a glimpse into Lebanon’s two-sided reality. On one hand, there is the idyllic "postcard" that has been romanticized, behind the scenes, lies the harsh reality that Lebanese people face day after day. A reality we tend to hide or forget but surrounding us. Land of beauty and rich cultural heritage, Lebanon remains trapped in a constant battle for stability and peace.

Having endured years of violence, Lebanon remains in a challenging context. My generation and the current one, bear witness to a history marked by internal and external violence. The weight of collective memory stick with us, affecting how we live now and what the future might hold. I have seen people gradually lose everything they had. In 2022, access to drinking water, electricity, fuel, and sufficient food remains elusive, contributing to a sense of despair.

This series encompasses photographs captured over several years in Lebanon: the ruins left behind the war in 2006, The Revolution of October 2019, the explosion of August 2020 or disrupted landscapes. City streets mingles with refugee camps, and tourist spots stand next to the conflicts’ scars, confronting Lebanon's past and present.

The ruins scattered across the landscape tell stories of shattered lives, uprooted communities, and unfulfilled dreams. They remind us of the eternal cycle of destruction and reconstruction, hope and despair, longing for a future where the gap between dreams and reality would be bridged.