Launched in 2009 in Beirut, Lebanon, Plastik originated as the first visual publication from the Middle East, showcasing art that represents a new generation of artists and art enthusiasts. Plastik Magazine was relaunched in print in May 2024, with a heavy focus on fashion, featuring iconic Egyptian belly dancer and actor Fifi Abdou in Balenciaga, shot by Eli Rezkallah. The 36th edition of Plastik also features Sarah Bahbah, Mous Lamrabat, Myriam Boulos, Tony Kelly, and Andres Reisinger, among others. UK and International distribution