Author
Danil Usmanov
Danil Usmanov is a documentary photographer dedicated to capturing the untold stories of Central Asia. His work has been featured in The Guardian, Die Zeit, Meduza, Le Monde, New Lines Magazine and Der Spiegel.
Articles by this author
Inside the Fight To Preserve Samarkand’s Ancient Wonders
With earthquakes, weather, tourism and time threatening some of the world's most celebrated Islamic architecture, restorers ensure that the knowledge behind the monuments survives alongside the buildings themselves.
Spotlight on Photography: Finding Frozen Fun in Kyrgyzstan
Arts
Culture
In the winter of 2020, Lake Ara-Köl in Kyrgyzstan was becoming more and more popular.
Stitches of Identity: Traditional Patchwork Quilting in Kazakhstan
Arts
Rising demand for hand-crafted textiles has brought about a reinvention of the kurak craft in Kazakhstan, where the cultural symbolism behind each motif goes deeper.