Curator · Local Explorer · Community Connector
I explore the places around me, capture peaceful moments through photography and share ideas that help people to connect.
Hi there, I’m Tariku Hassan, founder of Focus on Habesha.
Originally from Ethiopia and now based in Maryland, United States, I’m a curator, local explorer, and community connector.
My idea is simple: to create a welcoming place to discover opportunities, ask questions, share information, and connect our community and beyond.
Photography is a hobby I enjoy. Here, you’ll find some of the places and moments I discover along the way.
You don’t always have to travel far to find something worth noticing. These are moments from the places I love exploring.
Tree-lined paths, garden details, and a chance to pause. Brookside Gardens is a place I return to with my camera and a fresh sense of curiosity.
Browse my Brookside photos (opens in a new tab)From getting useful answers from AI to starting a lively conversation, my books invite you to ask, think, and connect.
A Guide to Getting the Best Responses. Learn to ask clearer questions and make AI conversations more useful in everyday life.
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Make room for a good conversation. Questions for family dinners, game nights, road trips, and moments shared with others.
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I created Focus on Habesha as a welcoming place to discover useful information, explore local places, and share stories connected to Habesha communities.
Find photography, culture, events, and resources around Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia. Bring your curiosity, or share something that could help someone else.
Visit Focus on Habesha (opens in a new tab)For community suggestions, photography permission requests or a simple hello, send me a private message through Focus on Habesha.