Out of the Conflict Bling installation emerged the character in these images, the Jihadi Gangster, as I continue to explore the idea of globalized gangster styles and iconography while exploring my own dual cultural heritage as an American-born Afghan with strong familial ties to politics in Afghanistan, including jihad.  


A Day in the Life of a Jihadi Gangster (edition of 5)
"Morning Prayer"
2010
84 x 59 cm
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A Day in the Life of a Jihadi Gangster (edition of 5)
"Dressing for Work"
2010
55 x 84 cm cm
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A Day in the Life of a Jihadi Gangster (edition of 5)
"Phone Negotiations"
2010
84 x 55.5 cm
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A Day in the Life of a Jihadi Gangster (edition of 5)
"After a Long Day's Work"
2010
75 x 78 cm
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