“Before It’s Gone” is a long term project documenting life in oases, particularly focusing on the multidimensional issues of oasis degradation in Morocco and its impact on their inhabitants. Oases, situated in arid and semi-arid regions, serve as vital refuges for biodiversity, characterized by a delicate balance of water abundance, soil quality, and the presence of date palms. However, over the past two decades, this equilibrium has been disrupted due to human intervention and climate change.
Through extensive visits to numerous oases, I have gained insight into their rich environment and stark realities. Desertification, recurrent droughts, fires, and a significant decline in the water table pose imminent threats to the existence of these green islands in the desert. In response to these challenges, “Before It’s Gone” seeks to shed light on these pressing concerns, often overlooked by the media and unfamiliar to the general public.