The Photographers
Mahmoud Abu Al-Qaraya
Mahmoud Abu Qaraya is a young Palestinian photographer and documentarian, born and raised in Gaza.
Through his images, he tells the story of Palestinian daily life, capturing moments of resilience and beauty even in the most difficult times.
Documentary Photographer – Gaza
His photographs, intimate and authentic, have been shared widely on social media, reaching thousands around the world and becoming an act of cultural resistance.
Founder of Seed Media Agency, for over a decade he has guided institutions, brands, and artistic projects in building visual communication strategies.
His personal research moves between documentary photography and rap music, with a strong focus on social and political themes.
With Between Gaza and Naples. A Childhood Story, Raffaele has intertwined his own family life with that of Gaza to create a universal narrative of childhood — far from the stereotypes of war.
Raffaele Annunziata
Photographer, storyteller & AI artist – Naples
Raffaele Annunziata (known artistically as *tylerdurdan*) is a Neapolitan photographer and storyteller whose work explores the ties between memory, identity, and cultural resistance.
His photographs, intimate and authentic, have been shared widely on social media, reaching thousands around the world and becoming an act of cultural resistance.
With Between Gaza and Naples. A Childhood Story, Mahmoud documented the childhood of his niece Soso just days before being forced to flee his home and move south — turning this project into a unique and urgent testimony.