Mobeen Ansari is a photographer, filmmaker, artist & author based in Islamabad, Pakistan. After attaining his BFA degree from the National College of Arts, he started working in the field, telling stories of Pakistan & its people, promoting a positive & poetic image of his country through his work.

 

Ansari has published two photography books. His first one, ‘Dharkan: The Heartbeat of a Nation’, features portraits of iconic people of Pakistan from all walks of life. His second book, called ‘White in the Flag’ is based on the lives & festivities of religious minorities in Pakistan; He has also produced two silent films; 'Hellhole' is a black and white short film, based on the life of a sanitation worker, and ‘Lady of the Emerald Scarf’ is based on the life of Aziza, a carpet maker in Hunza.

 

He has been invited to exhibit and speak at many forums in Pakistan & around the world, namely in China, Italy, Iraq, Qatar and across United States & the United Arab Emirates.

 

Website: www.mobeenansari.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/mobeenart

Instagram: @mobeenansariphoto

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What an incredible photographer! To journey through his photo stream is pure delight!

November 27, 2014

This is a strong running stream... interesting subjects well photographed and finished very well... thanks i enjoy viewing your work...

June 11, 2009

Mobeen,one of my favorite photographers on flickr..i came across his work when i was new here and i learnt so much.i love the simplicity of his portraits..and he surely does make sense when he says that most of his photographs are to show Pakistan in good light, to show that its not about terrorism as it has been port… Read more

Mobeen,one of my favorite photographers on flickr..i came across his work when i was new here and i learnt so much.i love the simplicity of his portraits..and he surely does make sense when he says that most of his photographs are to show Pakistan in good light, to show that its not about terrorism as it has been portrayed in media, but it has a genuine and a beautiful people and an amazing diversity in cultures.i love the Pakistan that i see through "his eyes" and i always admired his work for that.keep up the great work and keep sharing. :-)

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May 10, 2009
Misty Icicle (deleted)

Obviously am not born talented, behind my work and success, credit must goes to somebody & Mobeen Ansari is one of them. I know Mobeen Ansari from last two years & honestly he always bng good to me. He`s my guru and my friend. I appreciate his work and wll always. Thanks Mobi :).

November 17, 2008

Thkx for the fav great images you have here.

September 24, 2008