Ubuntu Kids —
more than just a photo club
more than just a photo club
Ubuntu Kids — Creative Photo Club for Children in the UAE
Every child is born with a unique way of seeing. We don’t "teach" vision — we help children discover it, nurture it, and let it guide them through life.
*The cost of a trial lesson is 50 AED
Every child is born with a unique way of seeing. We don’t "teach" vision — we help children discover it, nurture it, and let it guide them through life.
*The cost of a trial lesson is 50 AED
Ubuntu Kids —
more than just
a photo club
more than just
a photo club
Ubuntu Kids — Creative Photo Club for Children in the UAE
Every child is born with a unique way of seeing. We don’t "teach" vision — we help children discover it, nurture it, and let it guide them through life.
*The cost of a trial lesson is 50 AED
Every child is born with a unique way of seeing. We don’t "teach" vision — we help children discover it, nurture it, and let it guide them through life.
*The cost of a trial lesson is 50 AED
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Ubuntu Kids
Photo club
Photo club
At Ubuntu Kids, photography is a language — a way for children to express what they feel, notice and imagine. We create a safe, joyful space where kids explore composition, light and visual storytelling, build confidence in their own perspective, and learn to see beauty in everyday life.
Our club follows the African philosophy called Ubuntu — "I am because we are." Your child’s growth is part of a larger circle: when one shines, others shine brighter too. Through our model, paid programs in the UAE support free photo clubs for children in Tanzania.
Our club follows the African philosophy called Ubuntu — "I am because we are." Your child’s growth is part of a larger circle: when one shines, others shine brighter too. Through our model, paid programs in the UAE support free photo clubs for children in Tanzania.
Ubuntu Kids
Photo club
Photo club
At Ubuntu Kids, photography is a language — a way for children to express what they feel, notice and imagine. We create a safe, joyful space where kids explore composition, light and visual storytelling, build confidence in their own perspective, and learn to see beauty in everyday life.
Our club follows the African philosophy called Ubuntu — "I am because we are." Your child’s growth is part of a larger circle: when one shines, others shine brighter too. Through our model, paid programs in the UAE support free photo clubs for children in Tanzania.
Our club follows the African philosophy called Ubuntu — "I am because we are." Your child’s growth is part of a larger circle: when one shines, others shine brighter too. Through our model, paid programs in the UAE support free photo clubs for children in Tanzania.
Age Groups
- Explorers 7 - 10 yearGentle introduction, playful discovery, composition “by feel,” simple briefs like “my morning in 5 photos.”
- Creators 11 - 13 yearsManual camera basics, light/shadow, street assignments, first video stories
- Storytellers 14 - 17 yearsDeeper projects, narrative arcs, portrait & light set-ups, editing workflow, preparing a series for exhibition.
How Sessions Work
Indoor warm-up and Outdoor practice
We start with a short hands-on intro (gear basics, framing, light), then go outside for street/park shooting — often at golden hour for comfort and beautiful light
See more, then shoot less
We train the eye first: noticing, choosing, composing with intention
Review & reflection
Children learn to select their favorite frames and tell the story behind them
From photo to video
Photography is the foundation. As they progress, children explore horizontal video storytelling (mini-essays, “a day in 10 shots,” micro-docs)
Exhibitions
Each cycle ends with a small showcase. Kids see their vision valued by an audience
Where It All Began
The story of the creator
I started shooting on my iPhone in Zanzibar. I went through difficult times, but there were always people around me who believed in my vision and helped me move forward. That’s when I realized: photography is not about the gear, but about the perspective and the story behind the frame. I opened a children’s photo club in Zanzibar, and now in Dubai I am developing and expanding this idea. Today, with this experience and the philosophy of Ubuntu — "I am because we are" — I want to help children discover their own unique vision
Read the full story
Why choose us?
- Confidence and self-worthThe child understands that their perspective
is valuable, that they can tell stories and express themselves. - The future in professionsThese skills are directly applicable in related fields such as design, videography, 3D modeling, architecture, and digital art. Photography provides a foundation for any visual discipline.
- SafetyMentors are people who love children,
and there is no judgment or criticism in the club.
The atmosphere is one of trust. - Social and personal benefitsPride in participating in exhibitions, communicating with creative children, feeling safe and supported.
- Free time for youWhile the child is with us, you have two hours
to yourself.
Why choose us?
- Confidence and self-worthThe child understands that their perspective
is valuable, that they can tell stories and express themselves. - The future in professionsThese skills are directly applicable in related fields such as design, videography,
3D modeling, architecture, and digital art. Photography provides a foundation
for any visual discipline. - SafetyMentors are people who love children,
and there is no judgment or criticism in the club. The atmosphere is one of trust. - Social and personal benefitsPride in participating in exhibitions, communicating with creative children,
feeling safe and supported. - Free time for youWhile the child is with us, you have two hours
to yourself.
Ubuntu Kids —
not just about Dubai.
Every payment here supports a child there.
not just about Dubai.
Every payment here supports a child there.
Social clubs in Zanzibar
Free mugs for children from low-income families
Mentors
They teach them photography, give them cameras, and help them find beauty
in everyday life.
in everyday life.
Chance
Children get a chance to tell their stories
to the world
to the world
Price
Trial lesson
50 AED
The price includes: cameras, materials, photo printing, mentoring, participation in exhibitions
One-time session
275 AED
The price includes: cameras, materials, photo printing, mentoring, participation in exhibitions
Junior
7 - 10 years
1,100 AED / month
Junior group, first work with a camera and development of vision
The price includes: cameras, materials, photo printing, mentoring, participation in exhibitions
The price includes: cameras, materials, photo printing, mentoring, participation in exhibitions
Medium
11 - 13 years
1,300 AED / month
Intermediate group, more practice, first stories through photos
The price includes: cameras, materials, photo printing, mentoring, participation in exhibitions
The price includes: cameras, materials, photo printing, mentoring, participation in exhibitions
Seniors
14 - 17 years
1,300 AED / month
Senior group, working with light, photo stories, video storytelling
The price includes: cameras, materials, photo printing, mentoring, participation in exhibitions
The price includes: cameras, materials, photo printing, mentoring, participation in exhibitions
We provide cameras during classes. You can even start with your phone.
No, we provide the cameras.
Yes — we meet each child where they are
Обычно 1,5–2 часа
Indoor partner spaces (intro/review) + nearby outdoor practice, usually at golden hour
We start with the basics: grid, composition, framing. You will see progress in just one month..
There is a trial lesson for only 50 AED. No obligations.
Through photo reports, printing photos, regular exhibitions
Only with your explicit consent
Yes, each cycle ends with a small showcase; we also join city events by invitation.
Will photos of the child be published? A transparent fund, which receives:
10% from classes in Dubai;
50% from sales of children's photographs at exhibitions.
The fund is used to pay mentors' salaries
in Africa, purchase cameras, rent premises, and organize trips for children.
This is not charity,
but an exchange. Your child learns here, and their peer gets a chance there.
10% from classes in Dubai;
50% from sales of children's photographs at exhibitions.
The fund is used to pay mentors' salaries
in Africa, purchase cameras, rent premises, and organize trips for children.
This is not charity,
but an exchange. Your child learns here, and their peer gets a chance there.
