Local Star
Photo series, Cairo, 2009-2010

This photo series began with an announcement inviting individuals who dreamed of becoming stars: “Kindly attend the photo session in your most splendid look.” In an empty studio, each participant chose a pose that reflected either their self-perception or their ideal of stardom. They then shared their vision of what their star poster should look like, selecting the direction of the digital background—its shapes, colors, and atmosphere.