Israel

A journey through the Middle East proved to be a rich experience in culture, humanity, arid landscapes, and the origins of civilization.

Had the opportunity to stay in a Bedouin camp and catch a glimpse of their nomadic lifestyle that dates back thousands of years. Moon-like desert frames their primary mode of travel, the camel.

Tensions between belief systems and the people groups that uphold them was tangible - this vehicle was near a UN outpost monitoring clashes between ISIS and coalition forces, just outside Damascus.

Sea of Galilee, Israel.

Egyptian Temple entrance

The juxtaposition between ancient structures and modern necessities was fascinating. Jerusalem, Israel.

Ancient religious symbolism and Byzantine architecture still proves to be a heightened form of art, both protected and revered by local state authorities.

Tel Aviv, Israel. A hub of innovation, technology, and new culture.