Behind The Lens

“Now I'm going to put my eyelashes on and stretch my legs out and do a show...” Animalphotography, Camel, Karachi Pakistan, Domestic Animals, Close-up at Hawke's Bay by Kanwal Haqqi's Photography on EyeEm

Bird Photography at Mahe, Seychelles by Kanwal Haqqi's Photography on EyeEm

The Hindu Temple, Port Victoria, Mahe', the Seychelles Islands, Victoria, Seychelles by Kanwal Haqqi's Photography on EyeEm

The Arul Mihu Navasakthi Vinayagar Temple, built in 1992, is the only Hindu temple in the Seychelles. It is the only Hindu Temple in Port Victoria, Mahe', the Seychelles Islands, Victoria, Seychelles. by Kanwal Haqqi's Photography on EyeEm

Pakistan’s Independence Day is celebrated on 14th August! at Lahore by Kanwal Haqqi's Photography on EyeEm

Wake me up when September ends! by Kanwal Haqqi's Photography on EyeEm

There is a replica of Statue of Liberty in Bahria Town Phase 8 Islamabad. Statue, Human Representation, Silhouette at Bahria Town Phase VIII by Kanwal Haqqi's Photography on EyeEm

"Chal Chaiyaan Chiaiyaan..." #PostPedi #Nasmo #PerksForOwningASaloon #DesiGirl #NewSandals (at F-7/2, Islamabad)

It’s easy to feel uncared for when people aren’t able to communicate and connect with you in the way you need. And it’s so hard not to internalize that silence as a reflection on your worth. But the truth is that the way other people operate is not about you. Most people are so caught up in their own responsibilities, struggles, and anxiety that the thought of asking someone else how they’re doing doesn’t even cross their mind. They aren’t inherently bad or uncaring—they’re just busy and self-focused. And that’s okay. It’s not evidence of some fundamental failing on your part. It doesn’t make you unloveable or invisible. It just means that those people aren’t very good at looking beyond their own world. But the fact that you are—that despite the darkness you feel, you have the ability to share your love and light with others—is a strength. Your work isn’t to change who you are; it’s to find people who are able to give you the connection you need. Because despite what you feel, you are not too much. You are not too sensitive or too needy. You are thoughtful and empathetic. You are compassionate and kind. And with or without anyone’s acknowledgement or affection, you are enough.

Kanwal Haqqi

(via https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VJOCh-RqX24)

* Gol Market in Jinnah Market, F-7. Islamabad *

Photography In Motion, Selfportrait Of A Woman, Shutterspeed, ForTheLoveOfPhotography, Watersplash by Kanwal Haqqi's Photography on EyeEm

Barfi, WhitePersian, Felinefriend, Canon6d, Catphotography by Kanwal Haqqi's Photography on EyeEm

Women Who Inspire You, My mother, my inspiration! Ever since I was a toddler I have seen her manage her work life, her family & her self so beautifully. She has a strong personality, and despite all the ups & downs we went through life together I have never seen her fall weak. She owns a small scale business in Islamabad since the last 25 years, and she was always determined in providing the best to her family. Regardless whatever financial struggle we went through, she always managed to help others first. She is my strength, my pride n joy, and I consider myself as a very lucky girl to be her daughter. She has raised me well & for all the accomplishments I get in life they couldn't have been possible without her support! MomentsToRemember, Monochrome, Woman Power by Kanwal Haqqi's Photography on EyeEm