Chris Whiteoak
Photographer


Passengers wait for their train at Shimbashi Station in Tokyo. All photos: Christopher Whiteoak / The National
Photo essay: Street photography in Japan

On his first trip to Japan, Christopher Whiteoak tries his hand at a photographic tradition

May 24, 2024, 6:01 PM
Chef de cuisine Chandika Ratnayaka plates up plant-based taco made at Bounty Beets in the Marina, Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Photo essay: Chefs in the UAE cook up a storm for Veganuary

The annual trend is taking root in the Emirates

January 12, 2024, 6:01 PM
A Jeep driver tackles an obstacle at the International Off-Road Day at the XQuarry Adventure Park in Sharjah. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Photo essay: Extreme off-roading in the UAE

Sharjah's XQuarry Adventure Park hosted an event dedicated to pushing the 4x4 driving experience to the max

January 05, 2024, 6:01 PM
Young 'Pirates' practise their CPR on Kite Beach, Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Photo essay: How Pirates Surf Rescue changes children's lives

Started in 2010, the academy has evolved from being an activities programme to becoming a community

December 15, 2023, 6:01 PM
2DOT4 is a company in Dubai that produces lab-grown diamonds. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Photo essay: The Dubai firm producing sustainable diamonds in a lab

Shaping the future of the precious stones, 2Dot4 is creating environmentally friendly luxury products

November 17, 2023, 6:01 PM
DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES - OCTOBER 28: Neve Jones of Ireland is tackled during the WXV 3 2023 match between Ireland and Spain at The Sevens Stadium on October 28, 2023 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. (Photo by Christopher Pike - World Rugby/World Rugby via Getty Images)
Ireland beat Spain to win WXV3 rugby title in Dubai

Sport's ruling body have restructured international competition for female players ahead of expanding the World Cup in 2025

October 30, 2023, 8:21 AM
A visitor looks at moon jellies at The National Aquarium in Abu Dhabi. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Photo essay: Jellyfish exhibition offers glimpse of an alien world

The National Aquarium has worked with marine biologists who specialise in the aquatic creatures' unique life cycle

August 18, 2023, 6:01 PM
Sumo wrestlers Hiroki Sumi and Saita Fumiya at Tabu Japanese restaurant in Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Sumo wrestlers put on a show for Dubai diners

Demonstration fights were staged in Tabu at St Regis Downtown Dubai

July 28, 2023, 6:01 PM
Devon Larratt during his victory over Dave Chaffee at King of the Table 7 at Space Sports in Dubai. DIP, Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Arm-wrestling big guns enter battle at King of the Table in Dubai

Devon Larratt overcomes Dave Chaffee in main event at Space Sports on Saturday

June 26, 2023, 2:37 AM
Sudanese couple name newborn twins after Dubai Ruler and wife
Sudanese couple name newborn twins after Dubai Ruler and wife

The parents showed their gratitude for the support they received after they failed to return home due to the war

May 25, 2023, 7:03 AM
My Dubai Rent: Palestinian family pay Dh90,000 to live in Al Furjan
My Dubai Rent: Palestinian family pay Dh90,000 to live in Al Furjan

Dareen Alsarraj invited The National to take a look around her home and see why she could never imagine leaving

May 14, 2023, 6:08 AM
Dubai Crocodile Park is home to 250 Nile crocodiles. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Photo essay: Up close with Dubai Crocodile Park's 250 predators

The attraction, which opened to the public last month, will keep going throughout the summer

May 12, 2023, 6:02 PM
Spot the bunny cake which is a red velvet cake made for 6-8 people. Al Quoz, Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Photo essay: A Dubai kitchen baking sweet Easter treats

Orders for cakes and desserts surge during the festive period

April 07, 2023, 6:01 PM
Fans flock to Dubai World Cup wearing fascinating hats
Fans flock to Dubai World Cup wearing fascinating hats

The event is one of the most prestigious on the global racing calendar, and many spectators take the opportunity to put on their finest outfits

March 25, 2023, 12:05 PM
Chef Abel Vieilleville at the Address Sky View creating his kunafa. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Photo essay: Dubai chefs put finishing touches to Ramadan dishes

Kunafa, chicken Topkapi and fish harra are on iftar menus this holy month

March 24, 2023, 6:01 PM