Ahmad Alabbadi
Memories for Sale

Memories for Sale is a photo book project that aims to increase society’s awareness of mental health and wants to tell the hidden stories of the last war in Aden. A certain feeling is formulated that resonates with the majority of those torn out of their homes by wars - a feeling stemming from the desire to return to the own house, the safe haven for humans. While, in a contradictory manner, the feeling of losing security and stability displays the difficulty of returning to live in war torn areas. Places in which our memories are written into the walls, despite the destruction, which is an ever-present reminder of the harsh conditions they have endured.


© Goethe Institut - Jordan Ahmed Alabbadi is a photographer born and currently located in Aden. His journey in the field of conceptual photography started, when he realized it to be the most suitable way for him to narrate stories, capture accumulated emotions and to dive into some of the issues that touch him. Ahmed has participated in numerous local and international exhibitions, like Sawara, Aden (2021), Here, There and in Between, New York (2022) and Do You See Me?, New York (2023).


Favourite Moment
"My favorite moment was to see the proud looks of the audience and everyone who was involved in this project at the book signing event."