Anwar Ehtesham is a distinguished street photographer and documentary storyteller whose compelling visual narratives have captivated audiences around the globe. Known for his ability to capture raw, authentic moments of daily life, his striking imagery has been featured in numerous prestigious publications, newspapers, and photography platforms, earning him recognition both locally and internationally. Additionally, his work was showcased in a digital exhibition by a prominent U.S.-based photography magazine. Through his street and documentary photography, Anwar Ehtesham’s images resonate profoundly with viewers, offering a distinctive and thought-provoking perspective on the world around us.

In January 2025, Anwar Ehtesham released his highly anticipated debut photo book, HOPES AND DREAMS: Stories from the Streets of Dhaka, a powerful collection of 121 evocative street photographs that blend a strong documentary style with intimate human stories. The book quickly garnered widespread media attention, earning praise from major Bangladeshi dailies and further cementing his place in the photography world. His photography has also been commercially recognized, appearing in advertisements for two major multinational brands.

His influence extends even further through his role as a curator for two renowned Instagram-based street photography hubs, WeGallery Photos®︎ and Street Photography Gallery, where he plays an instrumental role in shaping and promoting the contemporary street photography scene, both locally and globally. Through his work and curation, Anwar Ehtesham continues to inspire new generations of photographers and visual storytellers, making a lasting impact on the world of photography.

Photo Book // Launched in January 2025

Hopes And Dreams

Publications

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Street Photography Magazine

Magazine: Street Photography Magazine

  • Title: Beyond the Bricks: stories of hope and resilience in Bangladesh
  • Category: Photo Story
  • Edition: Global
  • Media: Digital
  • Publication Year: February 2025
Klick Magazine
Klick Magazine

Magazine: Klick

  • Title: Unsung Professions
  • Category: Photo Story
  • Edition: Global
  • Media: Digital & Print [issue# 3]
  • Publication Year: December 2024

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The Pictorial List Magazine

Magazine: The Pictorial List

  • Title: Beyond the Bricks: stories of hope and resilience in Bangladesh
  • Category: Photo Story
  • Edition: Global
  • Media: Digital
  • Publication Year: November 2024
Journal of Urban Photography
Journal of Urban Photography

Magazine: Journal of Urban Photography (JUP)

  • Title: Beyond the Bricks: stories of hope and resilience in Bangladesh
  • Category: Photo Story
  • Edition: Global
  • Media: Digital
  • Publication Year: August 2024
ProgresFestival
ProgresFestival Magazine

Magazine: ProgresFestival

  • Title: Beyond the Bricks: stories of hope and resilience in Bangladesh
  • Category: Photo Story
  • Edition: Global
  • Media: Digital
  • Publication Year: August 2024
The Artist Gallery
The Artist Gallery

Magazine: The Artist Gallery

  • Title: Echoes of Exile: Stories from Geneva Camp’s Heart
  • Category: Photo Story
  • Edition: Global
  • Media: Digital
  • Publication Year: May 2024
In Focus by The Business Standard (TBS)

Newspaper: In Focus by The Business Standard (TBS)

  • Title: Echoes of Exile: Stories from Geneva Camp’s Heart
  • Category: Photo Story
  • Edition: National Daily (Bangladesh)
  • Media: Digital
  • Publication Year: April 2024
Street Photography Magazine

Magazine: Street Photography Magazine

  • Title: Unsung Heros
  • Category: Photo Story
  • Edition: Global
  • Media: Digital
  • Publication Year: April 2024
Edge of Humanity Magazine

Magazine: Edge of Humanity Magazine

  • Title: The Working Class (People & Their Unsung Professions)
  • Category: Photo Story
  • Edition: Global
  • Media: Digital
  • Publication Year: March 2024
Street Photogrphy Magazine

Magazine: Street Photography Magazine

  • Title: Echoes of Exile
  • Category: Photo Story
  • Edition: Global
  • Media: Digital
  • Publication Year: February 2024
ProgressivE-zine

Magazine: ProgressivE-zine

  • Title: Echoes of Exile
  • Category: Photo Story
  • Edition: Global
  • Media: Digital & Print [issue# 41]
  • Publication Year: December 2023
The Pictorial List Magazine

Magazine: The Pictorial List

  • Title: The Stranded Pakistanis
  • Category: Photo Story
  • Edition: Global
  • Media: Digital
  • Publication Year: October 2023
ProgressivE-zine

Magazine: ProgressivE-zine

  • Title: Unsung Professions
  • Category: Photo Project
  • Edition: Global
  • Media: Digital & Print [issue# 38]
  • Publication Year: May 2023
Daily Sun

Newspaper: Daily Sun

  • Title: People and Their Unsung Professions
  • Category: Photo Portfolio
  • Edition: National Daily (Bangladesh)
  • Media: Digital and Print
  • Publication Year: May 2023
ProgresFestival
ProgresFestival Magazine

Magazine: Progressive Street

  • Title: Broken Dreams Beneath the Ashes
  • Category: Photo Story
  • Edition: Global
  • Media: Digital
  • Publication Year: April 2022
The Pictorial List Magazine

Magazine: The Pictorial List

  • Title: People and Their Environment
  • Category: Photo Portfolio
  • Edition: Global
  • Media: Digital
  • Publication Year: July 2022

Interview

Maasranga Television
Maasranga Television

Television Channel: Maasranga Television

  • Program Name: Ranga Shokal (রাঙা সকাল)
  • Category: Talk-show
  • Episode: Exclusive Interview with Anwar Ehtesham
  • Language: Bengali
  • Broadcast: Satellite TV (Bangladesh) and YouTube (Global)
  • Broadcasting Day: February 26, 2025
Inspired Eye Magazine
Inspired Eye Magazine

Magazine: Inspired Eye

  • Title: Interview with Anwar Ehtesham
  • Category: Interview Format including Photographs
  • Edition: Global
  • Media: Digital & Print [issue# 135]
  • Publication Year: December 2024

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Spectaculum Magazine

Magazine: Spectaculum Magazine

  • Title: Absence of Light
  • Category: Interview and Photo Project
  • Edition: Global
  • Media: Digital
  • Publication Year: August 2022
The Pictorial List Magazine

Magazine: The Pictorial List

  • Title: Interview by Melanie Meggs
  • Category: Interview
  • Edition: Global
  • Media: Digital
  • Publication Year: July 2022

Photo Exhibition

F-STOP Magazine

Magazine: F-STOP Magazine

  • Title: Street Photography 2023
  • Category: Group Exhibition
  • Edition: Global
  • Selected Image: #16 and #17
  • Platform: Digital
  • Publication Year: May 2023

Commercial Photoshoot

Heidelbergcement Cement

Client: Heidelbergcement Cement

  • Campaign: 50 Years of Independence of Bangladesh
  • Agency: Mystic Minds
  • Brands: Scan Cement and Ruby Cement
  • Edition: Bangladesh Market
  • Broadcast: Social Media
  • Publication Year: March 2021

Curation

WeGallery Photos®︎

Hub Name: WeGallery Photos ®︎

  • Platform: Instagram
  • Curation Days: Every Saturday
  • Joining Year: September 2022
  • Profile Tag: @wegalleryphotos
  • Hashtag: #wegalleryphotos
Street Photography Gallery
Street Photography Gallery

Hub Name: Street Photography Gallery

  • Platform: Instagram & Web
  • Role: Curation and Awards Judge
  • Joining Year: January 2025
  • Profile Tag: @streetphotography.gallery
  • Hashtag: #spg_feature