Exploring Saudi Arabia: A Photographer's Perspective

The video explores the complexities of photographing in Saudi Arabia, highlighting the cultural constraints faced by women and the private nature of the society. It showcases individuals who push cultural boundaries through their talents and dedication. The narrative includes a personal experience of hiking in the Saudi desert, illustrating the subtle changes occurring in the society.

What initial feeling does the photographer have when visiting Saudi Arabia?

• Dread

• Indifference

• Excitement

• Joy

Why is it challenging to photograph in Saudi Arabia?

• People are not photogenic.

• There are no interesting subjects.

• The weather is too harsh.

• It's a very private society.

What activity were the women at Hadia's house preparing for?

• A wedding

• A birthday party

• A festival

• A concert

Why do the women cover their faces in the photographs?

• They are shy.

• It's a cultural norm for public display.

• They are hiding from the photographer.

• They are playing a game.

What is illegal for women in Saudi Arabia according to the photographer?

• Voting

• Owning property

• Singing in public

• Driving

What supports the singer in pursuing her passion despite societal norms?

• Her friends

• Her teachers

• Her family

• Her fans

What was the photographer's experience during the desert hike?

• It was a solitary journey.

• It was visually stunning and socially restricted.

• It was a dangerous adventure.

• It was a short walk.

Why is hiking with friends in the desert considered illegal in Saudi Arabia?

• It's too dangerous.

• It's too expensive.

• It's not environmentally friendly.

• It's not allowed with non-relatives.

What does the photographer learn from visiting Saudi Arabia?

• The country is static and unchanging.

• There are many unseen changes happening.

• The culture is very similar to their own.

• The people are unfriendly.

What is the overall theme of the photographer's experiences in Saudi Arabia?

• There is no room for personal expression.

• The culture is completely open.

• There is a balance between tradition and change.

• The country is resistant to change.