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Kegham Djeghalian
Kegham Djeghalian: Chronicler of Gaza’s Soul Kegham Djeghalian (1944 – 1981), an Armenian-Palestinian photographer, stands as a poignant testament to resilience and observation amidst turbulent times. Born in Gaza during the tumultuous years following the Nakba—the Palestinian exodus of 1948—his artistic journey mirrored the evolving narrative of his homeland. His father, Kegham Avetis Garabet Djeghalian, established Gaza’s first photo
graphy studio in 1944, instilling in him a lifelong passion for capturing visual realities and preserving memories. This formative influence would shape his entire career and profoundly inform his artistic vision. Djeghalian's photographic practice wasn’t merely about documenting events; it was an act of profound empathy. He tirelessly documented daily life within Gaza—scenes of bustling marketplaces, family gatherings, religious cere…