DREAMLAND - Yallah - Bladi

Step into the dreamworld of Mounir Raji and discover how memories and reality merge in his first solo museum exhibition: DREAMLAND – Yallah – Bladi at Museum Hilversum. Through his photography, Raji takes you on a visual journey between the Netherlands and Morocco, in search of the feeling of Bladi – my country.

Growing up with summer holidays in Morocco, he longed for the warmth, the landscapes, and the freedom he experienced there. At the same time, his relatives in Morocco dreamed of a life in the Netherlands. Driven by this contrast, Raji spent the past five years traveling through Morocco, searching for what he missed in the Netherlands. The result: enchanting images that make migration, identity, and nostalgia tangible.

The exhibition features three powerful photo series. Dreamland recalls the idyllic summers of his childhood, filled with family and endless outdoor play. Draa highlights the impact of climate change on Morocco’s longest river and the people who depend on it. Yallah captures the rhythm of Marrakesh, a vibrant city pulsing with movement and energy.

Raji’s work is poetic, powerful, and touches on universal themes. His images spark the imagination and invite reflection. A must-see for anyone interested in photography and stories of identity and change. Immerse yourself in this visual journey and experience how Raji explores the boundary between dream and reality.