Présentation de l'artiste
Muhammad Amdad Hossain
Muhammad Amdad Hossain is a 25-year-old renowned visual artist from Chittagong, Bangladesh, applauded for his ability to capture the
momentary glimpses of life through the lens of his camera. Working mainly in documentary photography, Amdad's body of work goes beyond
mere visual storytelling by highlighting the resilience, strength, and emotional depth of people facing adversity, most notably in the aftermath of
floods, pollution, and poverty.
His photography puts the focus on documenting the impacts of natural disasters, especially on the catastrophic floods, pollution, and
displacement hitting the vulnerable communities of Bangladesh. His work, however, further underlines human resilience and strength—how
people endure in the face of adversity. Again, Amdad's record shows the cultural heritage through traditional festivals, rituals, and life in rural
Bangladesh, covering events such as the Polo Bawa fishing festival , Horse race and bullock cart races in Bangladesh.
Amdad has won more than 170 prestigious awards, including first-place prizes in several international photography contests, proving his great
storytelling and technical skills. His photographs have been published in more than 150 international newspapers and magazines, including The
Guardian, Forbes, National Geographic, The Times, BBC, Yahoo/News, CNN World, L’OBS, Microsoft Start, Salon, United Nations, Franceinfo,
ESCAP , iPost, South China Morning Post, Bundle, CGTN, UNESCO, Adventure, Global Times, WELT , Zeitung, ZEIT Online, DER PATRIOT ,
The Mirror Asia and PetaPixel. Moreover, his pictures have been exhibited in more than 30 countries to date, serving to amplify the voices of
vulnerable communities and raise awareness of their plight.
Amdad has also served as a judge for several prestigious photography contests, including the Wiki Loves Earth Photo Contest, MUSE
Photography Awards, Global Photo Award, and the New York Photography Awards.
Amdad collaborates with prestigious Photo And News agencies such as Zuma Press (USA), NurPhoto (ITALY), Solent Photo Agency (UK) and
three others, increasing his presence in the global scenario. At 25 years old, Amdad has already made a big difference in the field of
photography, and his future is sure to bring more inspiration for action and advocacy through his art.
Artist statement
The annual floods in Bangladesh are a harrowing testament to
the relentless power of nature. Driven by heavy monsoon rains and surges of water
from northeast India, these floods submerge up to 30% of the country, devastating
rural and urban areas alike. Entire villages are wiped out, with homes, roads, and
farmlands carried away by the rising waters. The collapse of sewer systems and
power outages further compound the crisis, leaving millions stranded without
access to food, water, or electricity.
The most vulnerable are the poor, whose limited resources leave them at the mercy
of these recurring disasters. In regions such as Kurigram, Feni, and
Chittagong—the hardest-hit districts—entire communities are displaced, seeking
refuge in overcrowded, often unsafe shelters like schools and public buildings. The
lack of safe drinking water facilitates the rapid spread of waterborne diseases,
exacerbating an already dire situation.
This body of work captures not only the scale of destruction but also the resilience
of the Bangladeshi people. Despite the devastation caused by the floods of 2022,
2023, and 2024, the strength and determination of those affected remain
unwavering. Through this series, I aim to document the profound impact of these
disasters on the lives of individuals and communities, while highlighting the
enduring spirit of the people who continue to rebuild and endure year after year.
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