Story and Exhibitions

A glimpse about Anita, her participation in collaborative showcases and her most recent solo exhibition titled "The Soul of My Land".
Delving deep into the essence of her cultural heritage, offering a profound reflection on identity, belonging, and connection to the land.

About Anita

Jordanian Photographer & Visual Storyteller

Anita Bursheh photographs with questions, not answers. Born and raised in Amman, Jordan. her work emerges from a longing to understand the quiet spaces between people the unseen threads that bind strangers, neighbors, and entire communities.

Raised amid the invisible borders of a divided city, Anita reached for the camera not as a profession, but as a lifeline a bridge between worlds that rarely spoke, a way to witness what was hidden in plain sight. Her earliest images were acts of empathy: attempts to see into the lives of others not with judgment, but with deep, human curiosity.

Through her lens, the mundane becomes sacred. A quiet morning, a laugh shared in the shade, a wall marked by time all hold meaning when seen with intention. Anita doesn’t seek spectacle; she seeks honesty. She photographs not what is extraordinary, but what is real: the intimacy of ritual, the texture of silence, the poetry of existence.

Her images challenge the narrative that Amman or any city is without beauty or soul. They reclaim space, memory, and identity with tenderness and conviction. In every frame, there is a desire to connect, to soften the boundaries between us, and to remind us that unfamiliarity is not a threat it is an invitation.

Anita is also a Fujifilm Brand Ambassador and Creator.

Exhibitions

Debut Photography Exhibition - The Soul Of My Land

The Soul Of My Land

Jabal, Sahra, Bahar Wa Ghabeh

is what describes the soul of her roots - Our Levant. This exhibition is dedicated to the one home I knew in my Levant - Jordan and Urban Scapes of Old Amman

In the heart of Amman and Jordan, my art finds its roots in the intimate connection with my surroundings— a journey fueled by my love for understanding the soul of the place I call home. Growing up in Amman, I often sensed a disconnection prevailing among its inhabitants. The limited interactions and fragmented knowledge about the city’s (history) and diversity within our own communities left me yearning for a more profound understanding. Not much of the country’s vast landscape and cityscape is documented.

I wanted to highlight and document Jordan, with a special focus on Amman, its layers of history, and diverse culture and outstanding scapes; this seemed hidden to me. I took on a quest to comprehend the intricate elements that shaped this place, eager to peel back its layers and explore its identity through my own eyes and soul. My work serves as a visual narrative, a testament to my quest for a deeper connection to the roots of my hometown and others who feel the same way.

Additionally, the frustration born from the negative notions about my city, both from outsiders and the city's residents themselves, propelled me to action. I found myself compelled to challenge these misconceptions, driven by a desire to showcase the inherent beauty and unique charm that lay hidden beneath the surface. Through my art, I aim to break down the barriers that obscure the true essence of Amman and Jordan, offering viewers a lens through which to perceive the captivating allure that I have come to know.

Ultimately, my artistic journey is a testament to the transformative power of perspective, as I try to reveal the soul of the place and myself in addition to fostering a sense of unity and shared understanding with the viewers and communities.