American Muslim Experience
a longterm photo-documentary project by Syed Yaqeen
American Muslim Experience is my ongoing documentary photography project about the lives of Muslims in the United States.
I created this project to make space for a fuller and more honest visual record of American Muslim life. Through portraits, conversations, recorded interviews, and documentary images, I am photographing people across backgrounds, generations, and communities with attention to everyday life, identity, faith, family, work, and belonging.
Interested in being a part of this project?
I am currently looking to connect with American Muslims who may want to participate, share part of their story, or recommend someone I should speak with.
Participation may include a conversation, a recorded interview, a portrait session, documentary photographs, or some combination of these, depending on the story and what feels appropriate. In some cases, parts of an interview may be included in the final presentation, often as notes, excerpts, or supporting context alongside the images.
You do not need to have a dramatic story or public profile to participate. I am interested in the depth, dignity, and complexity of everyday life as much as major life experiences.
If you want to recommend someone else for this project, please contact me here
Click here for some photos from this project
Recent Exhibitions:
2024 Photoville Festival, Brooklyn Bridge Park
2025 Patton-Malaott Gallery, Snowmass, CO
FAQs
Q1. Who is this project for?
This project is centered on the lives and experiences of Muslims in the United States. I am interested in connecting with people across backgrounds, generations, professions, and communities.
Q2. Do I need to have a special story to participate?
No. I am interested in everyday life as much as major life experiences. Ordinary moments matter.
Q3. What does participation involve?
Participation may include a conversation, a recorded interview, portraits & documentary photographs, or some combination of these, depending on the story and what feels appropriate.
Q4. Will my interview or story be shared publicly?
Sometimes parts of a recorded interview may be included in the final presentation, often as notes, excerpts, or supporting context alongside the photographs. Each situation is different, and I approach this work with care and conversation.
Q4. Can I recommend someone else?
Yes. Referrals and recommendations are welcome. Contact me with the details
Thank you for reaching out. I appreciate your interest in American Muslim Experience. I review each submission personally and will follow up with you.
