In the fall of 2025, The Peterson Center hosted photographer Asher Imtiaz to show his work: God at ‘I’ Level
God at ‘I’ Level is a photographic meditation on presence, proximity, and dignity. In contrast to fear-driven narratives, these images invite viewers to see others—here, immigrants—not as strangers, but as neighbors: rooted, resilient, and fully human. The exhibition challenges us to confront how we see and what we choose to ignore. It is a declaration of gratitude, a quiet resistance to dehumanization, and an invitation to stand closer.
Asher creates work that seeks to give voice to those often considered “other.” His photography-based work, informed by this immigrant story, focuses on minorities and people living under societal pressure. Asher’s early work documents the religious minority groups of his home country. Since 2016, Asher has focused on developing relationships with recent refugees and asylum seekers, building trust that leads to creating intimate portraits.