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Doing the right thing is easy when everyone else does. But what about when they don’t?

I approached Salam because he looked like he could hold a good conversation. I was right.

Within a few moments, I learned how much morality matters to him. His family hails from Nigeria, and his parents raised him with a strong sense of right and wrong. Alongside his religion and culture, that upbringing shaped how he sees people—and how different the world could look if morality guided more of society’s decisions.

He expects the best out of people. But regardless of what others choose, he’s determined to be the bigger person.

That’s what stayed with me. Someone else’s behavior doesn’t have to decide yours.

Salam, thank you for putting up with that unexpectedly hot October sun a little longer so we could share a genuine human connection. These conversations are why I love photographing strangers.

What’s a lesson from your upbringing that still guides you today?

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In case you didn’t know, I have an ongoing Stranger Portraits series. Make sure to follow along to see the various types of the people I meet around my city 📸

Recorded on: @dji Osmo Nano
Photos taken with: Sony A7iii + 85mm f/1.4 GM

#dtxphotographer #sonyalpha #strangerportraits #portraitphotographer #nyc

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Jummah Mubarak! Didn’t we tell you that you hadn’t heard the last of Space. Come experience our project live and in person through an intentional gallery experience. Expect conversation, installations, and a multimedia experience. 📸

Celebrate the journey with the people who made it possible with light bites provided 🍽️

Partiful RSVP required. Link in bio. Spots are limited. Questions? Ask away 🤎

#event #gallery #art #blackmuslimtv #explore

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DUALITY OF BLACK [D.O.B]
Salam, 2026

As children of immigrants the day we were born (D.O.B) was the day the duality of being black was also born.

D.O.B is an ongoing portrait series exploring the stories of first gen children fighting the battle of identity when it comes to adapting both western and african culture

Creative director: @amirah_ib
Photographer: @amirah_ib
Talent: @salamszn

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mini salam photo shoot on my new cam 🫡🫡🫡

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