Born in Beirut, Hawk is a photographer best known for his prolific work documenting Armenian monuments, mostly churches, around the world. A globetrotter and a pilgrim, he has been to 44 countries in the last 17 years, photographing everything from landscapes, portraits, and architecture to still life and nudes.

About TEDx
In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. At a TEDx event, TEDTalks video and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group. These local, self-organized events are branded TEDx, where x = independently organized TED event. The TED Conference provides general guidance for the TEDx program, but individual TEDx events are self-organized. (Subject to certain rules and regulations.)