At the second event hosted by the Forum for Islamic Art, Architecture & Cultural Heritage, the Baroness Mobarik welcomed internationally acclaimed photographer, Peter Sanders, to showcase his collection of outstanding prints from Morocco to China, and everything in between. 

Peter Sanders is one of the most distinguished photographers of the Islamic world. Over five decades, he has created an unparalleled visual record of Muslim life, culture, and spirituality across the globe from the sacred cities of Mecca and Medina to the remote villages of West Africa, from the grand mosques of Istanbul to the Sufi gatherings of Pakistan. Born in London, Sanders came of age during the vibrant 1960s counterculture. As a young photographer, he captured iconic images of rock legends including Jimi Hendrix, Bob Dylan, The Rolling Stones, and The Who. His photographs from this era remain definitive documents of a transformative period in music history, appearing in countless books, documentaries, and exhibitions worldwide. Born in London, Sanders came of age during the vibrant 1960s counterculture. As a young photographer, he captured iconic images of rock legends including Jimi Hendrix, Bob Dylan, The Rolling Stones, and The Who. His photographs from this era remain definitive documents of a transformative period in music history, appearing in countless books, documentaries, and exhibitions worldwide. 

His work is distinguished by its profound respect for its subjects and its mastery of natural light. His portraits in particular, reveal a quality of stillness and presence that transcends mere documentation. He has been named as one of the 500 most influential Muslims in the world. He is also a permanent Ambassador of the charity MOSAIC which was established by HRH King Charles. He is currently creating a Foundation dedicated to the preservation, documentation and celebration of the Islamic heritage past and present through photography and visual storytelling. This will house all Peter’s archive material for future generations

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