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ABOUT
Mohammed Al-Ansari began his photography journey as a self-taught artist, initially pursuing it as a passionate hobby. Specializing in food and product photography, he has curated an impressive portfolio through collaborations with esteemed brands and establishments, capturing the culinary masterpieces of celebrated chefs.
With over a decade of experience, Mohammed has partnered with more than 3,000 clients and trained over 500 individuals through workshops and coaching sessions. His expertise was showcased in food photography workshops during five editions of the Qatar International Food Festival. Additionally, Mohammed shares his extensive knowledge and passion for visual storytelling through insightful blog posts on his widely followed Instagram account.
Throughout his career, Mohammed has had the honor of working alongside talented chefs, prestigious restaurants, and luxury hotels, deepening his understanding of the culinary arts.
Innovatively, Mohammed has used mobile phones for photography, conducting workshops to enhance the use of mobile cameras. He also organized two exhibitions titled “222” to convey a message about photography and its workflow.
Mohammed offers workshops on commercial photography, client engagement, and customer satisfaction measurement, emphasizing his commitment to advancing the photography industry and mentoring future photographers.
In photography, the essence often lies in the perfect convergence of timing and choice of subject.
One memorable instance exemplifies this notion vividly: as Mohammed awaited departure for a family trip, with five hours left until their flight, inspiration struck!
Experimenting with a new lighting setup, he adjusted the shutter speed to capture motion and orchestrated the composition.
Entrusting his daughter, Maryam, as the model, he meticulously brought to life the mental image conceived prior.
The resulting photograph encapsulated spontaneity and artistry, affirming the essence of his creative vision in a moment of inspired ingenuity.
Al-Ansari’s philosophy of photography is distinct, yet he adeptly follows the directions of clients. In this photo, he aimed to showcase the vibrant colors and intricate craftsmanship of donut making. Taken in a five-star hotel, strict guidelines were followed.
Collaborating with the chef, dynamic movement was captured. Despite adherence to protocol, the shot was infused with passion. Upon sharing, it received enthusiastic acclaim.
This experience highlights the importance of following guidelines while embracing creativity. Encouraging a balance between compliance and creativity, Mohammed urges peers to explore expression in photography.
On the publishing side, Mohammed organized two exhibitions titled “222” to signify their occurrence on February 22 for two days.
These exhibitions were designed around a concept and aimed to convey a message about photography and its workflow.
2020: The first exhibition, “Back Stage”
2021: The second exhibition, “The Street”
