New Book “I Know A Place” Captures Intimate Close-Ups of Beirut’s Charm
There’s something about Beirut that makes it so charming. It’s not just the beautiful architecture and must-visit hidden gems. Visual storyteller Leen Lakkis captures more than that in her new visual book I Know A Place: the everyday streets of Beirut, often overlooked, that come alive in their small details.
Lakkis transforms what may look like an ordinary street, café, or alleyway into a vivid portrait of the city’s character. Using just her iPhone and a carefully attuned eye, Lakkis captures moments that reflect the pulse of Beirut that feel both personal and universal.
The calm and chaos, the beauty and imperfection, and the emotional rollercoaster of life in Beirut come alive through her work, revealing the hidden rhythms and charm of a city in constant motion while its people navigate the push and pull between staying and leaving.
I Know A Place launched this past weekend at Sporting Club Beach and is available for purchase via DM. For a glimpse into Leen’s everyday life, check out her Instagram.
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