A British Muslim photographer is embarking on a 90-day road trip across the United States to document what he calls “Muslim America.”

Artist photographer Mahtab Hussain began the project in 2021, marking the 20th anniversary of 9/11. His work has already produced portraits, videos, and interviews across six cities, exploring the diversity of Muslim communities in the US, PetaPixel reported.

Now, Hussain is seeking to expand the project through a nationwide journey, traveling east to west and north to south. Through a Kickstarter campaign, he aims to complete what he describes as a “collective self-portrait” reflecting the presence of Muslims across the American landscape.

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The upcoming journey will take him to communities in South Paterson, New Jersey; Minneapolis, Minnesota; Islamville, South Carolina; Islamberg, Tompkins, New York; Dearborn, Michigan; Horn Lake, DeSoto County, Mississippi; Houston, Texas; and the Grand Canyon, Arizona, among others.

“With 9/11, a long shadow fell. For years, many Muslims felt they needed to be invisible to survive. But two decades on, a new generation is not hiding, wanting to be seen and understood, and who are shaping their styles and identities in distinctly American ways,” Hussain says.

“This project is about how that presence feels. It is about belonging. It is about being woven into the fabric of the country rather than positioned as a problem within it. It is about spirituality in our daily lives.”

Throughout the journey, Hussain plans to create portraits, videos, and collect personal stories. He emphasizes a collaborative approach with participants.

“Everywhere I go, I will make portraits, videos and gather stories. The sitters for the portraits are not subjects in the typical sense — they are co-authors of a shared experience. I hope the series makes visible the powerful idea of “Umma” that connects Muslims across geography and background,” he says.

“Through my work, I strive to reflect the richness and resilience of Muslim communities, celebrating their individuality while challenging stereotypes. Each portrait and installation is a story, an invitation to connect, and a reminder of the beauty in our shared humanity.”

Hussain’s Kickstarter campaign runs through May 18, 2026.