Gulf Photo Plus 2008

Sowar Magazine will be publishing the top photoessay from the photojournalism workshop taught by Jack Picone at the Gulf Photo Plus 2008 event.

Gulf Photo Plus 2008 is THE place to be for photographers and photojournalists. It is a 6-day event (April 29-May4, 2008) based in Dubai that will bring 14 great international photographers to the Middle East to teach everything from Digital Photography, to Lighting, to Photoshop, to establishing a Successful Photography Business. There are over 50 workshops and lectures for all levels to choose from. Check out the event schedule here. Make sure you attend!

Sowar Magazine in most Lebanese Bookstores

Sowar Magazine is now available in all major Lebanese bookstores including: Virgin Megastores, Malik's, Antoine and Halim. You can also find it in large supermarket chains such as Spinney's, ABC and Geant (it's usually right next to National Geographic magazine)

Issue 002 (Apr/ May 2008) is out!

The Apr/ May 2008 issue of Sowar Magazine is out. You can flip through the sample below for a glimpse. Subscriptions will start soon!

Sowar Magazine blog launched

Welcome to Sowar Magazine's blog! The blog will focus on journalistic and documentary photography topics related to Lebanon, the Middle East and the Gulf. We look forward to keeping you updated about news, events and happenings in those areas, along with updates about the magazine's content!