Vantage Point

The Sharjah Vantage Point exhibition is an initiative that showcases the work of photographers and visual artists, often highlighting the cultural and social dynamics of Sharjah and the wider UAE. This exhibition typically features a diverse range of photographic works, including contemporary and documentary photography, and aims to provide insights into the region's identity, heritage, and transformations.The exhibition serves as a platform for both established and emerging artists to present their perspectives, fostering dialogue about visual storytelling and its impact on society. It often includes workshops, talks, and events to engage the community and promote artistic expression. Overall, the Sharjah Vantage Point exhibition plays a significant role in the cultural landscape of the emirate, celebrating the power of photography as a medium for exploration and reflection.

This exhibition guide is a record of Vantage Point Sharjah 10, the tenth edition of Sharjah Art Foundation’s annual photography initiative. The guide contains an introduction, jury’s commentary, a list of participating artists alongside their brief biographical information and images and description of displayed work.

This edition features the works of 66 photographers from around the world, selected from over 450 applications. The open call invited works that celebrate photography’s ability to perceive social realities and the diversity of contemporary lives through different perspectives and storytelling. Bringing together many voices and lived experiences, the exhibition manifests the spirit of experimentation in lens-based image-making today.