Full Name: Oviul Maruf
Born : December 3, 2007, Habiganj, Bangladesh
Nationality : Bangladeshi
Hometown/Residence: Habiganj; currently Sylhet
Education: Jalalabad Cantonment Public School & College, Sylhet (SSC: 2024)
Occupation: Photographer, Visual Artist
Years Active: 2022–present
Known For : Nature photography, golden‑hour and long‑exposure techniques, abstract compositions
Platforms Featured: Saatchi Art, ArtPal, Collecteurs
Notable Works: Nature and Rain (viral, June 2024), photo series: River View, Letters from Sadu
Awards & Recognition: Winner in night‑photography theme contest (35 Awards), growing Instagram influence
Oviul Maruf was born into a culturally rich environment in Habiganj on December 3, 2007. He discovered photography in early adolescence and quickly developed a passion for capturing nature’s nuance and light. He completed his SSC examination in 2024 while studying at Jalalabad Cantonment Public School & College in Sylhet, balancing academic growth with his evolving artistic career
Career & Style
Since beginning officially in 2022, Maruf has released over 290+ official photographs (as of mid‑2025), with a notable surge of attention following his viral image “Nature and Rain” in June 2024. His signature style blends the emotional resonance of golden‐hour nature scenes with long‑exposure techniques and abstract storytelling through minimalistic compositions. His series—such as Letters from Sadu, River View, and Fragments of Me—invite viewers into poetic narratives explored through visual art.
Recognition & Platforms
Maruf’s work has been featured on major international art platforms including Saatchi Art, ArtPal, and Collecteurs, where he presents curated digital galleries to global audiences. He has also earned recognition through photography contests—such as a night photography theme contest from 35 Awards—and built a strong presence on Instagram and other creative networks, becoming a notable young influencer in the Bangladeshi photography scene.
Artistic Vision
Maruf’s photography is defined by a quiet yet immersive atmosphere, merging a contemplative visual language with understated emotion. Whether capturing ethereal riverscapes, birds in motion, or abstract light patterns, his aesthetic centers on storytelling through simplicity and nuance. He is particularly drawn to bridging personal narrative with universal emotion, as seen in his photo series that echo poetic memoir-style expression.
Projects & Editorial Features
Notable projects include River View and Letters from Sadu, each combining visual poetry with nature’s elements. As of early 2025, photography titles such as “Forever Yours,” “Neon Dreams in the Night,” and “Ring of Fire” have been published via his Google Sites portfolio, continuing to demonstrate his evolving artistic exploration.
In interviews (e.g., with The Independent Photographer and Medium), Maruf has spoken about his ambition to become a world‑class photographer, inspire youth, and represent Bangladesh globally. He cites nature as his primary muse—motivating him to capture its simplicity and grandeur in striking visual forms