WIA 2026 Longlist Honours Folks from Kerala

Muhammed's illustrations are shaped by a deep interest in the stories people carry, and this sensitivity has earned his self-initiated series Folks from Kerala a place on the longlist for the World Illustration Awards 2026, in the Exploration category.

Inspired by the people, professions and everyday rhythms of the Indian state where he was born and raised, Muhammed moves beyond conventional portraiture, weaving personal histories and cultural details into a broader piece.