Honorable Mention / 2024 / Nature / Wildlife

Golden Hair

"Golden Hair" depicts a white horse galloping freely across the green plains of Barzan, Kurdistan, during the golden hour. The black and white photograph emphasizes the interplay of light and shadow, highlighting the horse's raw power and fluid movement. The absence of color draws attention to fine details such as the flowing mane and textured grass, evoking a deep connection to unspoiled nature.

Born: 1977, Ghasreshirin, Iran

An experienced photographer with over 15 years of professional experience, specializing in nature, wildlife, architectural photography, and innovative digital art.

Graphic Designer & Photographer of the Book "The Horses of Kurdistan".

Awards Publications & Media Presence

Featured on:
BBC
BBC Earth
BBC News
National Geographic Italia


Published in:
Kurdistan Chronicle
Best of the Best Photographers 2024 ONE EYELAND book VOL. 13
Dodho Magazine
TOP POSTERS

Interviews:
Kurdistan24 (TV)
Kurdistan bil Arabi Magazine
LENS Magazine

Exhibitions:
INK – Initiative for the Promotion of New Art and Culture, Austria 2019
Virtual Exhibition – London Photography Awards 2024
Virtual Exhibition – European Photography Awards 2024

Jury Member:
ONE EYELAND – "Top 10 Mobile Photographers of the World" Competition


Awards & Recognitions:

Winner – 35 Awards 2023
Top 100 Talented Photographers 2024 – WPE Awards
Gold – TIFA / Tokyo International Foto Awards 2024 (Wildlife)
Finalist – London International Creative Competition (LICC) 2024
Finalist – London International Creative Competition (LICC) 2023
JURY TOP 5 Selection – IPA Awards 2024
Bronze – Prix de la Photographie Paris 2023 (Special Category)
Bronze – ONE EYELAND Photography Awards 2023
Platinum – European Photography Awards 2024 (Photojournalism)
Platinum – London Photography Awards 2024 (Photojournalism)
Gold – New York Photography Awards 2024 (Special Category)
People’s Choice – Viewbug / Horse Addiction Photo Contest 2024


and Winner of over 50 international awards