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As an artist and photographer, I see my artwork as a conduit to discussing empathy and understanding our perceptions of "the other" and I seek to cultivate a symbiosis across cultures, creeds and gender. In my journey, I have made my way to over eighty countries including prolonged stints in the Middle East. As a current resident of New York City, I dedicate great time, energy and focus to interfaith community building, cultural, educational and business initiatives all within the overarching sphere of empathy between peoples and countries. My artwork speaks to the traditional value systems and human connections that transcend the frenetic pace of modern development, often in the most commonly misunderstood communities and regions around the world. I have seen how this change is clashing with traditional customs, and seek to explore this contrast through my work. My images may be aesthetically pleasing, but their main goal is to arouse an intellectual, emotional, and even spiritual awakening in the viewer. It is not just about the beauty of a piece of art, but the dialogue it presents. I have held exhibitions worldwide and have a growing collector base in the Americas, Europe, and the Middle East. I am also heavily involved in multiple intercultural and interfaith businesses and projects and regularly conduct workshops and lecture tours on these subjects, aiming to spread the message of my art. I hope that my artwork is able to catalyse the transformation I feel is so necessary for the progression of our world.