My Journey of of self discovery through photography
Hello NFT collectors, This is AJ Travel!
Why NFT
Introduction:
Why? That's what I always get asked as a female Arab landscape photographer. Why do you wake up early to get to a location for sunrise? Why do you go to really cold places? Why do you carry such heavy gear, and stay in very odd places? I always answer them with ‘why not’?
While landscape photography wasn't a popular choice in early 2014 amongst Arab female photographers, I found myself drawn to joining photography tours, and after my first trip, I realized that landscape photography is what makes me feel alive. With my new way of seeing the world, I pushed myself out of my comfort zone to travel and challenge myself in various types of typography. I feel blessed to have collected almost a decade worth of photos from the most beautiful places around the world.
Through each journey I take, a part of me transforms, and I see that in the photos I take. However, this evolution I have kept to myself, hidden from the Web 2.0 because I felt my followers and algorithms favor certain styles, so I never had the right place for me to voice it out. With the entrance of Web 3.0, I felt that this will be a chance for me to share my voice. While I have had several photos already posted on Web 2.0, I am here to share many unseen photographs that hold a much deeper meaning to me.
I hope you join me on my journey of discovery
Upcoming Collection road map
About my NFT collection:
Each collection shared will showcase more than seven years worth of photography of places that had a significant moment in my growth as a person and photographer and I hope you can join me on this journey.
In 2022 I am looking to release 5 collections which will comprise of 10-15 1/1 selections themed around various aspects of nature and travel photography that have played a role in my growth.
Each collection will include different regions that have similar typography to help break through the misconceptions people have of other parts of the world.
Additionally, I have started to introduce editions, photos that are very special that shines on its own that I would like to make accessible to more than one collector.
For 2023, I aim to have a second edition of each collection to include different countries as part of the selection
*note: Title names are subject to change due to availability when I upload the collection, additionally some collections could come earlier dependent on popularity of the content
1. All I see is red
I decided to begin with “ All I see is red” as a way of ironically showcasing parts of the world that seem terrestrial. From locations, such as Kyrgyzstan, Utah and Arizona, these landscapes taught me to be humble and remind me to appreciate the beauty we have on this earth while I am still breathing.
2. Ode to home
Born and raised in the city of Dubai, I have watched the transformation of this city and nation in the last thirty years. With a camera in hand, I have had the chance to photograph across the country, collecting some of the most valuable hidden gems home has to offer. This is to showcase to the world, beyond the concrete jungles, what makes UAE a very special place to me.
Launching: May-Jun 2022
coming soon to Sloika
3. Summit
Being a city girl, hiking wasn't something that we did for fun. It wasn't until I started photographing nature that I realized how much hiking was required in some of the most beautiful spots. These mountain collections are special and all have been important moments for me throughout my journey both physically and mentally. Mountains have taught me the importance of pushing through because the reward once you get to the peak was all worth it!
Launching: Aug-Sep 2022
4. Chasing Lights
While landscape is my first love, the human creativity in architecture tells me so much of the culture and people that call these cities their homes. I have put together a collection of my favorite cities ranging from the busy city of New york, Dubai, and all the way to Tokyo, Japan. Through photographing cities, I have learnt the importance of patience, waiting for the right moment to capture the shot.
Launching: Oct 2022
5. Orion
Orion is one of my prized photos because the arctic is where I found my love for landscape photography. Despite the cold, and sometimes very harsh conditions, mother nature rewards you with some beautiful moments (and sometimes you go back with none at all). Through photographing the arctic, I learnt the importance of letting go, understanding you cannot control everything and allowing nature to be your guide. These have been my guiding principles in life.
Launching: Dec 2022
Update: Aj Travel Editions:
I have decided to launch small editions of special moments in my photography journey that are never seen before shots which i believe shines on their own vs in a collection.
2022 Utility Road map
All First Time buyers:
- To all my first buyers I will be providing free print 8 by 10, of which I will be shipping to you
- Receive first access to all upcoming collections prior to sale
35 1/1 NFT sold
- Addition to the above, I will be air dropping special editions to random collectors that will not be open to the public.
60 1/1 NFT Sold
- two random collectors will receive a package of a paid photo trip with travel photographer Subodh Shetty
Got any Questions?
If you have any further questions about the NFT collection & roadmap or just want to say hi :) Feel free to drop me a message here!