Timket is a celebration that takes place in Ethiopia every year. Orthodox Christians commemorate the baptism of Jesus during Timket. If you haven’t guessed already, the word Timket translates to “baptism”.

Growing up in Ethiopia, I recall these times bringing excitement and joy to many households as they prepared for the festivities.

In 2016, I traveled from Australia to Ethiopia for a wedding, which happened to be around the time of Timket. With my Nikon camera in hand, I wandered down to the main street of my parents’ neighbourhood and documented the street celebration!

Photographer: Liyat G Haile Location: Addis Ababa Edition: 1/1 Capture Year: 2016 Dimension: 2495 x 2489

About the photographer: Liyat is an Ethiopian-born Australian photographer living and working in Melbourne. Nature was what initially inspired Liyat to pick up a camera. She began creating images in natural light and capturing landscape/seascape and streets in her surroundings as well as on her travels. Liyat’s documentary photography has been showcased in an exhibition and some of her landscape photography has been shortlisted in online competitions. Her photography work has also been published in magazines and featured online over the past 10 years. Liyat believes in blockchain technology and is a very active member of the NFT community.

License: Primary NFT holder is free to use for private display and in groups including virtual galleries. Provides no rights for commercial use, merchandise, distribution, or derivative works. Copyright remains with creator.