Memories of Satwa
Now on the brink of gentrification and urban re-planning. Memories of Satwa is a photographic memoir of one of Dubai’s oldest and most popular neighborhoods. Combined with photographs captured and compiled by photographer and long-time Dubai expat Jalal Abuthina, this book also features a historical introduction to the area by Professor Yasser El Sheshtawy of the Urban Research Lab, UAE University of Al Ain. "Memories of Satwa" includes rare images of residents and parts of Satwa that have been documented over the past decade, with some of the areas featured (such as parts of the Emirati neighbourhood of Al Shabia) now completely demolished. In May 2016, images from the book were featured on Becky Anderson's "Connecting the World" show on CNN international and since it's launch has received an overwhelming amount of positive reviews from several major news and art publications in the country such as The National and Harpers Bazaar Art Arabia to name a few.
Dubai Behind the Scenes
One of 3 books that are part of the Inside Dubai collection, Dubai Behind the Scenes is a photographic account of contemporary city life in Dubai that has been produced as a counter-narrative to the city's ever popular image of opulence, modern architectural marvels and headlining superlatives.Captured and compiled by photographer and long-time Dubai expat Jalal Abuthina, DBTS is an in-depth photographic journey through the streets of Dubai's original downtown areas of Deira, Bur Dubai, and Karama. This 210 page visual narrative is an incomparable look into the more humane and under celebrated side of the city and it's residents, and is presented in an engaging and educational style that is a true eye opener for tourists and newer expats to the city. In May 2016, images from the book were featured on Becky Anderson's "Connecting the World" show on CNN international and since it's launch has received an overwhelming amount of positive reviews from several major news and art publications in the country such as The National and Harpers Bazaar Art Arabia to name a few.
