Middle East Archive is a publishing platform dedicated to rediscovering and celebrating the visual narratives of the Middle East and Maghreb. With a keen curatorial vision, Middle East Archive highlights everyday moments and interactions that reflect the authentic lived experiences of these regions, presenting them through candid, unfiltered photography.
Centered on photography, Middle East Archive collaborates with photographers to breathe new life into their archival collections, showcasing diverse styles, perspectives, and subject matters. This platform thrives on the creative contributions of a multitude of voices, constantly evolving and flourishing with the times.
Middle East Archive transcends traditional forms of archiving; it challenges reductive narratives and preconceived notions by exploring contemporary expressions and mixed media formats. Combining print and digital mediums, Middle East Archive pushes the boundaries of traditional publishing, making diverse and compelling visual stories from the region accessible.
Sunbathers of Beirut: the photographs celebrating everyday life in the Middle East
The Guardian – November 2021
Middle East Archive’s new book memorialises the region’s passion for football
It’s Nice That – March 2024
Office Magazine – October 2021
A photographic celebration of love in the Middle East
Huck Magazine – March 2023
The Power of the Middle East Archive and Their Latest Photography Book “FOOTBALL”
GQ Middle East – March 2024
‘Football’ Documents North Africa and the Middle East’s Love for the Beautiful Game
Huck Magazine – June 2024
Exploring the football fanatic culture of the Middle East
Hypebeast – February 2024
The Instagram Account Showcasing The Diverse Beauty Of The Middle East
Something Curated – December 2020
Middle East Archive Announces First Book Release
Mille World – September 2021
Founder & Curator: Romaisa Baddar
Book design: Middle East Archive
Arabic Translator: Mourad Nusair
Founder & Curator: Romaisa Baddar
Book design: Akaar Amin
Copyediting: Dalia Al-Dujaili
Arabic Translator: Mourad Nusair
Founder & Curator: Romaisa Baddar
Editors: Nour Regaya & Dalia Al-Dujaili
Book design: Omar Houssrey
Arabic translator: Mourad Nusair
Founder & Curator: Romaisa Baddar
Editor: Julia Bohan Morliere
Book design: Daleen Saah
Illustrations & poster designs: Omar Houssrey
2nd Editor: Yasmine Mattousi
Arabic translator: Mourad Nusair