About

I am Hammad Iqbal, a professional photographer and graphic designer from Doha, Qatar. As a child, I was drawn to the artistic language of forms, colors, textures, and patterns, finding inspiration in music album covers, movie posters, and captivating photos. Although I initially pursued a scientific education, a fortunate accident in 1999 led me to a design career. I balanced work and study, earning a diploma in Professional Photography from the New York Institute of Photography and graduating in Graphic Design from Sessions College for Professional Design.

In 2013, I embarked on my photography journey in Doha, drawing inspiration from Dubai's cityscapes. Over the years, my work has gained recognition both locally and internationally. I have had the privilege of serving as a Nikon School instructor, conducting workshops, and hosting numerous successful astrophotography workshops under my own brand. My work has been featured by Space.com, as well as in Qatar Tourism’s international PR campaign, which highlights the astrophotography opportunities in the Qatari desert. Additionally, I have been featured in many local media outlets, such as Doha News, I Love Qatar, Time Out, and Marhaba. My articles on astrophotography, published by Digital Photography School and 500px, have also gained worldwide popularity.

While I offer photography services for architectural projects, my unwavering dedication to continuous learning and sharing my knowledge with the community remains a core part of my journey. I hope you also get to benefit from my photography wisdom.

Features & Mentions

This is Qatar, by Hammad Iqbal - Doha News

The Milky Way galaxy, as seen from Qatar - Doha News

International Space Station, as seen from Qatar at 4 am - Doha News

The Milky Way galaxy, as seen from Qatar - ILoveQatar.net

Perfectly Parallel: Skywatcher Spots Milky Way and ISS - Space.com

The 100 Best Space Photos of 2016 - Space.com

Published Articles

Single Image Star Trails - Digital Photography School

How To Shoot An Electrifying Self-Portrait Under The Milky Way - 500px

Book Cover

The Occurrence - A Political Thriller, by Robert Desiderio