About

A former touring musician and producer, Ali MC is a photographer, writer and lecturer in Law, Colonial Studies and Criminology.

He is also a regular contributor to Al Jazeera and the Indigenous-owned newspaper the Koori Mail.

Recent projects include conflict in Myanmar, skateboarding in Naarm, street photography in Iran, heroin use in Australia, and gangs in Aotearoa.

Ali’s portrait of singer Archie Roach was selected in the 2021 Bowness Prize and a portrait of actor Jack Charles shortlisted in the 2022 Australian Photography Awards.

His images and books have been acquired by institutions such as the State Library of Victoria.

Working predominantly in analogue film, Ali's work is grounded in close community connections and academic research. He holds a Masters in Human Rights Law.