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The Sacred and the Secular
Photograph by Robb Kendrick

New construction in Doha stabs a sky more gracefully pierced by a minaret, where the call to prayer rings out five times a day. Islam nourishes the faithful, while petroleum and natural gas provide more earthly blessings. Qatar's fast-growing economy underpins a per capita income of more than $28,000 a year.

Camera: Nikon F100
Film Type: Fujichrome Provia 100
Lens: 180mm
Speed and F-Stop: 1/250 @ f/5.6

Weather Conditions: Hazy
Time of Day: Early morning
Lighting Techniques: Available light