Discovering the Soul of Oman & Mississippi

A solo exhibition at the International Museum of Muslim Cultures

Supported by the Mississippi Humanities Council 

The image captures the serene and mysterious beauty of a swamp cypress forest on a misty morning. The tall, slender trunks of the cypress trees rise majestically from the still, dark waters, their reflections adding to the ethereal atmosphere.

Misty Swamp Cypress I, on the outskirts of the Yazoo River. Yazoo City, MS

The image presents an aerial view of a swamp cypress forest, shrouded in mist, on the outskirts of the Yazoo River. From above, the cypress trees appear as a labyrinth of green, their dense canopies punctuated by the slender trunks.

Misty Swamp Cypress II. Aerial view.

The image captures a striking portrait of an Omani woman, clad in traditional attire, standing amidst the rugged terrain of the mountains of Salalah in the Dhofari Region of Southern Oman.

A Woman and Her Camels, Dhofari Region of Southern Oman

The image captures a picturesque scene of a rail station situated along the banks of the Mississippi River in Vicksburg. The station, with its vintage architectural design, stands as a reminder of the bygone era of railway travel. Its red-brick facade and

Rail Station by the River, Mississippi River in Vicksburg

Holy Arches I, St. John Missionary Baptist Church. Jackson, MS

The image showcases the architectural magnificence of the Grand Mosque of Oman in Muscat. It captures a series of grand arches, each meticulously adorned with intricate Islamic geometric patterns and calligraphy.

Holy Arches II, Grand Mosque of Oman, Muscat, Oman

The image captures the imposing presence of the Illinois Memorial at Vicksburg National Military Park. The memorial, a grand classical dome supported by a ring of Corinthian columns, stands as a testament to the soldiers from Illinois who fought in the Ci

The Illinois Memorial, Vicksburg National Military Park

The image presents a captivating scene of a solitary camel standing on the sandy shores of Hadbeen, Oman. The camel, with its calm and composed demeanor, is perfectly silhouetted against the stunning backdrop of the ocean, mountains, and clouds.

Solitaire, Hadbeen, Oman

The image showcases the iconic minarets of Oman, standing tall against beautiful skies. These architectural marvels are characterized by their slender structures and intricate details, which reflect the rich Islamic heritage of the region.

Minarets of Oman

Memorial at Vicksburg National Military Park, there are 1400 monuments in the Vicksburg NMP, each a work of art honoring the veterans of the siege.

Spring Blossoming Snowdrift, a beautiful crab apple tree found across the state of Mississippi in late winter/ early spring. Clarksdale, MS

Canons at Fort Nogales, the first settlement at Vicksburg, established by the Spaniards in 1791. Vicksburg, MS

Salalah Shores, during Monsoon season. Dhofari Region of Southern Oman

Delta Horns I, curious grazing Watusi cattle. Indianola, MS

Delta Horns II

Clarksdale Plantation

International Paper Log Yard, one of Mississippi's major exports is paper.  The state has 19.2 million acres of forestland, which accounts for 62% of the total land area. This International Paper (the largest paper company in the world) plant is located in Redwood, MS

Traditional Horse Show. Nizwa, Oman

Omani Bagpipe, wind instruments are a major element of Jazz and Blues, known to have originated in Mississippi. 

Scenes from Oman | Land, Sea, and Spirit

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