The Two Men – Mogador, Morocco (2014) by Julien Drach

Julien Drach (b. 1973) is a French photographer, filmmaker and Art Director. His photography, which is at once painterly and cinematic, sets a richly layered scene, inviting us into the story. JulienDrachStudio.com Instagram “In my photos, I blend two major sources of inspiration: painting and film, but it is an unconscious creative process. I’m constantly […]

Inside the Crime Rings Trafficking Sand – Scientific American

Organized crime is mining sand from rivers and coasts to feed demand worldwide, ruining ecosystems and communities. Can it be stopped?…

Illegal sand mining eroding Morocco’s coastline and tourism

Tourism is essential to Morocco’s economy, and its beautiful beaches are a vital part of the attraction for visitors. In an ironic Catch-22 situation, however, meeting the demands of this industry is indirectly destroying the very coastline that tourists are coming to enjoy.