Chehine Dhahak
Chehine Dhahak
Independent image designer born in Tunis, Chehine Dhahak is a lover of cinema and art
history. He graduated in 2011 with a degree in Audiovisual Advertising from the School of
Design Sciences and Technologies (ESSTED), followed by a Research Master's in Cinematic
Praxis from the Higher School of Audiovisual and Cinema (ESAC) in Gammarth. Since then,
cinema and photography have occupied a prominent place in his work a constantly evolving
quest for fleeting beauty found between space-time and the instinct of the moment. With his
camera, he portrays a certain social satire within a society in transition.
Contrasting with the pace of modern life, his cynical and nomadic images find their intensity
in both urban and rural environments. His artistic practice is a continuous dialogue between
cinema, art history, and sociology, fueling a deeply instinctive approach to image-making.
Whether through street photography or conceptual series, he captures the "instinct of the
moment," focusing on the tactile nature of analog processes and the timeless depth of blackand-white grain.
His career is marked by international and local recognition, including a collective exhibition
at the European Parliament (2012) and participation in prominent events such as Le
Printemps des Arts de la Marsa (2012).Regard croisè; hammam of Tunis (2014) More
recently, he has showcased his work at the Maison de l’Image ("Tbarbich", 2019) and the
TGM Gallery, where he was featured as an "Emerging Artist" in 2024.
The year 2026 marks a significant milestone in his career with the realization of the
multidisciplinary project "Racines de Résistance" in Gabès, a sensitive exploration of
territory and identity. That same year, his technical expertise and singular vision were
honored with the First Prize for Photography at the Gabès Cinema Fen festival.
Dhahak’s latest contributions to the visual arts include the publication of his photobook
"Dhia3 Nesbi" (2025) and his solo exhibition "Vagabondage" at the Nawat Festival
(2023). Beyond his personal creation, he shares his expertise through workshops and
residencies, mentoring others in the art of the mechanical gaze
