SUMMARY
British photographer Mahtab Hussain is embarking on an 18-June to 16-September road trip across the United States for his 'Muslims in America' project. This initiative, building on work since 2021, combines formal portraits with video interviews to explore faith, identity, and belonging within Muslim communities. Hussain's project aims to counter post-9/11 suspicion by showcasing the diversity of Muslim experiences across various cities and regions. The project is being funded through a Kickstarter campaign launching April 18, with rewards including limited edition prints and a journal.
TAKEAWAYS
Photographer Mahtab Hussain is on a 90-day road trip across America for his 'Muslims in America' project.
The project combines photography and video interviews to capture the diverse experiences of Muslim communities.
Hussain aims to create a 'collective self-portrait' that challenges stereotypes and perceptions.
A crowdfunding campaign on Kickstarter is supporting the project, launching April 18.