As I strolled through the cobbled lanes of Askole, the crisp mountain air tinged with the scent of juniper, I was met with smiles that spoke volumes. The locals, their faces etched with the lines of a life well-lived, welcomed me into their world with a warmth that transcended language. In their eyes, I saw stories of resilience, of a people intimately connected to the rugged landscape that cradled their village.

The Karakoram Mountains loomed overhead, their craggy peaks piercing the sky with an audacity that demanded reverence. They stood sentinel, their ancient presence a backdrop to the daily lives of those who call this place home. It was in this juxtaposition of humanity and nature that I found the heart of Gilgit-Baltistan, a place where the human spirit thrives in the shadow of raw, untamed beauty.

Now, as these photographs find their way to the London Photoshow at the Bargehouse, Oxo Tower, London, they carry with them the echoes of that journey. Each image is a testament to the unfiltered, unvarnished essence of this remarkable region. And as I extend this invitation to you, dear reader, I implore you to step into this world, to let the images transport you to a place where the boundaries between the human experience and the natural world blur and blend. Visit the exhibition, and perhaps, you too will find a piece of Gilgit-Baltistan that speaks to your soul.