geraldmclean has spent considerable time traveling and working throughout the Sultanate of Oman and has influenced photography within the country as much as it has had an influence on his photographic practice
Omani Architecture
Oman International Bank, Muscat
Oman International Bank
Entrance to main foyer of Oman International Bank (OIB). Architect: Huckle and Partner, Oman
Residence of the British Ambassador
Residence of the British Ambassador to Oman – Britain has strong ties with Oman, the Sultan himself attended A British military school in England and remains on good and familiar terms with the British royal family
CBO (Central Bank of Oman)
The award-wining headquarters of the Central Bank of Oman (CBO)
CBO (Central Bank of Oman)
The award-wining headquarters of the Central Bank of Oman (CBO). Architect: Olie Larsen of Cowie Consults, Oman
Central Bank of Oman (CBO)
The award-wining headquarters of the Central Bank of Oman (CBO). Architect: Olie Larsen of Cowie Consults, Oman
Sultan Qaboos Sports Stadium
Detail of the supporting structure that elevates the spectator seating of the Sultan Qaboos Sports Stadium
Ministry Building, Muscat
Facade of the Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries view through ornate metalwork that forms decoration to it outer perimeter.
Bahla Mosque Oman
Sultanate of Oman (Bahla): Bahla Mosque, ext view of Mosque entrance Imam walking towards camera. From the pages of taSauwur Sultanate of Oman ISBN 9780956093226.
Nakhal Fort, Oman
Children at play as dusk falls at Nakhal Fort, Oman
Nakhal Fort, Oman
The mighty Nakhal Fort welcomes visitors to take a historic trip
Mosque, Seeb, Oman
Silhouette of dome and miniate of Mosque, a-Seeb, Oman
Sultan Qaboos Mosque
The Grand Mosque at dusk, Muscat, Sultanate of Oman
Alam Place
From the pages of taSauwur Sultanate of Oman ISBN 9780956093226. Twilight shot of Alam Palace Muscat City
Al Bustan Palace Hotel
Dusk set on the Al Bustan Palace Hotel – the choice of heads of state when visiting Muscat – with the sea off to the left. This is the first prestigious premium star hotel in Oman
Hotel Night Club
Entrance atrium of Night Club
Al-Jalali Fort
Al-Jalali Fort, Muscat City, seen from the ruins of a traditional Omani structure prior to the entire area being redeveloped
Private residence
The night sky depicted in central dome within private home. Architectural style of Omani architecture with windows towards the ceiling to allow light and extract heat
Abstract study, Nizwa Souq
Abstract study, Nizwa Souq – two workers sit in the shade and chat during the mid-day
Nizwa Souq
Early morning shot of Nizwa Souq
Nizwa Souq
One of two main gates to Nizwa Souq – dusk shot. Construction: Galfar
Nizwa Mosque and Fort
Abstract image of traditional Omani architecture showing Nizwa Mosque and Fort
Muttrah Fort, Muscat
Dusk along Muttrah Corniche overlooked by Muttrah Fort, Muscat
Al Zufa Mosque, Seeb
Courtyard and entrance to the Al Zufa mosque at dawn
Al Zufa Mosque
Dawn shot to show the stained glass around the Mihrab of Al Zufa Mosque – Mosque is mainly used by the Royal Guard of Oman who traditionally provide personal protection to the Sultan of Oman
Mosque, Salalah, south Oman
Detail view of Mosque, Salalah, south Oman
Muscat Municipality
Award winning architecture – Ministry building in Darsait, Muscat
Muscat Municipality
Head quarters of Muscat Municipality, Darsait, Muscat, Oman
Zawawi Mosque
Zawawi Mosque on Al Khuwair Street, Al Khuwair in Muscat
Al Wafi
Entrance into the plantation at Al Wafi
Round-a-bout beautification
Abstract detailed study of a Round-a-bout beautification along road to Sohar and the UAE
Beautification
Roundabout beautifications serve as landmark and a method of displaying various aspects of the country
Muscat Gate
Entrance gateway into Muscat city
