Kegham Djeghalian: Chronicler of Gaza’s Soul Kegham Djeghalian (1944 – 1981), an Armenian-Palestinian photographer, stands as a poignant testament to resilience and observation amidst turbulent times. Born in Gaza during the tumultuous years following the Nakba—the Palestinian exodus of 1948—his artistic journey mirrored the evolving narrative of his homeland. His father, Kegham Avetis Garabet Djeghalian, established Gaza’s first photography studio in 1944, instilling in him a lifelong passion for capturing visual realities and preserving memories. This formative influence would shape his en…