The photographic exhibition 'Cross Lens,' highlighting artistic and cultural exchanges between Morocco and the Netherlands, opened in Amsterdam on June 12, 2026, following its initial showing in Marrakech. The exhibition, which runs until August 12, 2026, in Marrakech, features works by Moroccan and Dutch photographers exploring shared visual narratives.
According to the official press release from the Moroccan Ministry of Culture, the exhibition includes 40 photographs by 20 artists, focusing on themes of identity, migration, and urban landscapes. The Amsterdam leg was hosted at the Netherlands Photo Institute.
Curator Fatima Zahra El Haddad stated, 'Cross Lens is a dialogue between two cultures, using photography to bridge distances and highlight commonalities.' The exhibition is part of the broader cultural cooperation program between the two countries.
Visitors in Amsterdam praised the diversity of perspectives. 'It's a unique opportunity to see how Moroccan and Dutch photographers interpret similar subjects,' said attendee Mark van der Berg. The exhibition will travel to Rotterdam in September 2026.
