TRUMPERIE 2017 "Trumperie" is a self-portrait series born from my personal experience as an immigrant, particularly following the denial I faced when attempting to enter Canada in 2017. This series delves into the emotional and socio-politi

TRUMPERIE

2017

"Trumperie" is a self-portrait series born from my personal experience as an immigrant,

particularly following the denial I faced when attempting to enter Canada in 2017.

This series delves into the emotional and socio-political struggles of displacement, rejection, and migration.

Printed on delicate rice paper, the photographs are hand-stamped with custom-designed stamps reading “Denied,” “Deported,” and “Rejected.” These stamps symbolize the societal and political barriers that immigrants face, while also reflecting the t

Printed on delicate rice paper, the photographs are hand-stamped with custom-designed stamps

reading “Denied,” “Deported,” and “Rejected.” These stamps symbolize the societal and political

barriers that immigrants face, while also reflecting the tension between personal identity and

external forces.

The scarves I wear represent my Yemeni heritage, contrasting with the stark reality of rejection and alienation that migrants endure.

The scarves I wear represent my Yemeni heritage, contrasting with the stark

reality of rejection and alienation that migrants endure.

"Trumperie" highlights the emotional toll of migration, questioning the notion of belonging and inviting viewers to reflect on the dehumanizing effects of border control.

"Trumperie" highlights the emotional toll of migration, questioning the notion of belonging and

inviting viewers to reflect on the dehumanizing effects of border control.

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Asiya Al. Sharabi-Self Portrait With Pssports Stamps-Visa-Trumperie.jpg
Asiya Al. Sharabi-Self Portrait With Pssports Stamps-X-Trumperie.jpg
Asiya Al. Sharabi-Self Portrait With Pssports Stamps-Entries Denied-Trumperie.jpg
TRUMPERIE 2017 "Trumperie" is a self-portrait series born from my personal experience as an immigrant, particularly following the denial I faced when attempting to enter Canada in 2017. This series delves into the emotional and socio-politi
Printed on delicate rice paper, the photographs are hand-stamped with custom-designed stamps reading “Denied,” “Deported,” and “Rejected.” These stamps symbolize the societal and political barriers that immigrants face, while also reflecting the t
The scarves I wear represent my Yemeni heritage, contrasting with the stark reality of rejection and alienation that migrants endure.
"Trumperie" highlights the emotional toll of migration, questioning the notion of belonging and inviting viewers to reflect on the dehumanizing effects of border control.
Asiya-Al.-Sharabi-Self-Portrait-With-Pssports-Stamps-XRejected-Trumperie.jpg
Asiya Al. Sharabi-Self Portrait With Pssports Stamps-Visa-Trumperie.jpg
Asiya Al. Sharabi-Self Portrait With Pssports Stamps-X-Trumperie.jpg
Asiya Al. Sharabi-Self Portrait With Pssports Stamps-Entries Denied-Trumperie.jpg

TRUMPERIE

2017

"Trumperie" is a self-portrait series born from my personal experience as an immigrant,

particularly following the denial I faced when attempting to enter Canada in 2017.

This series delves into the emotional and socio-political struggles of displacement, rejection, and migration.

Printed on delicate rice paper, the photographs are hand-stamped with custom-designed stamps

reading “Denied,” “Deported,” and “Rejected.” These stamps symbolize the societal and political

barriers that immigrants face, while also reflecting the tension between personal identity and

external forces.

The scarves I wear represent my Yemeni heritage, contrasting with the stark

reality of rejection and alienation that migrants endure.

"Trumperie" highlights the emotional toll of migration, questioning the notion of belonging and

inviting viewers to reflect on the dehumanizing effects of border control.

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