Moments in Motion: Stories Through My Lens

Every frame tells a story

Projects

A glimpse into moments captured across the world

A black and white portrait of a weathered fisherman staring out to sea at dawn
A black and white portrait of a weathered fisherman staring out to sea at dawn
Fishermen

Stories from coastal villages

Children playing in a dusty street under the warm afternoon sun
Children playing in a dusty street under the warm afternoon sun
Street Life

Everyday moments in urban corners

A close-up of hands weaving traditional fabric with vibrant colors
A close-up of hands weaving traditional fabric with vibrant colors
A wide shot of a bustling market filled with people and colorful stalls
A wide shot of a bustling market filled with people and colorful stalls
Crafts

The art behind handmade traditions

Markets

Vibrant scenes of daily trade

Experience

For over six years, I’ve captured stories that reveal the heart of everyday life in bustling cities and quiet corners alike.

My lens is drawn to moments that speak volumes.

Work

Documentary Photographer

Freelance

2017 - Present

Collaborated with local magazines to tell authentic visual stories.

Photojournalist

Daily News

2015 - 2017

Covered social issues with a focus on human connection.

A candid black-and-white portrait of Somayah Elhassawy photographing a street scene with a vintage camera.
A candid black-and-white portrait of Somayah Elhassawy photographing a street scene with a vintage camera.

Meet Somayah Elhassawy

Somayah captures raw moments from everyday life, turning fleeting scenes into lasting stories through her lens.

Portrait of Somayah Elhassawy holding a camera, standing in a bustling street market.
Portrait of Somayah Elhassawy holding a camera, standing in a bustling street market.
Her photos speak volumes.

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Gallery

A glimpse into moments captured through my lens.

Black and white portrait of an elderly woman with deep wrinkles and a gentle smile.
Black and white portrait of an elderly woman with deep wrinkles and a gentle smile.
Street scene showing a bustling market with vibrant colors and lively interactions.
Street scene showing a bustling market with vibrant colors and lively interactions.
A child playing joyfully in a sunlit alley, dust particles sparkling in the air.
A child playing joyfully in a sunlit alley, dust particles sparkling in the air.
A quiet moment of reflection by a river at dusk, with soft fading light.
A quiet moment of reflection by a river at dusk, with soft fading light.