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Echoes of Freedom

On March 14, 1903, Mulla Mustafa Barzani, the father of the Kurdish nation, was born. Annually on this date, Kurds in Kurdistan hold grand ceremonies in his honor. The photograph depicts a portion of the event at the Ketin Horse Club in Barzan.

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Black & White Photo Contest

2024

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Photojournalism

Professional

Echoes of Freedom

On March 14, 1903, Mulla Mustafa Barzani, the father of the Kurdish nation, was born. Annually on this date, Kurds in Kurdistan hold grand ceremonies in his honor. The photograph depicts a portion of the event at the Ketin Horse Club in Barzan.

About Artist

Armin Abdehou

Armin Abdehou, originally from Ghasre Shirin, Iran, is an accomplished graphic designer and self-taught photographer. He holds a Doctor of Business Administration degree from the University of Tehran, a graphic design degree from England, and a journalism license from Germany. With over fifteen years of experience in advertising and photography, Armin seamlessly transitioned into wildlife, and nature photography and pioneering digital art. Driven by a deep interest in freedom, Armin photographed and designed the remarkable book The Horses of Kurdistan. His work has been prominently featured on various platforms, including the BBC, BBC Earth, BBC News, and National Geographic Italia magazine, underscoring his remarkable contributions to photography.

Armin Abdehou

Photographic Areas of Focus

Fine Art, Photojournalism, Portrait, Wildlife

Location

Austria

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