If we lived in a universe where space could be flattened and folded to create a new dimension, our faces might look like those in Alma Haser's portrait series, Cosmic Surgery.
She does this by superimposing folded origami structures over original same-size photo portraits — taking 3D to 2D via photography, and then back to 3D with origami, only to be reduced one last time to a 2D image of an image, albeit with a trompe l'oeil 3D illusionist effect...
These disquieting "portraits" bring to mind cubist and surreal art as well as bug-like multiple vision and kaleidoscopes.
One unexpected side effect, for me, is that suddenly details in each photograph become increasingly important and integral to the success of the images as a whole.
So, I notice the scruff of hair on the back of a neck, or the weave of a sweater, the general posture of the sitters, the hint of tattoo peeking out from a lacey blouse.
— Jim Casper
Portraits over seven years: Twin sisters, red heads, surrounded by animals and nature, love and beauty.
Primates especially remind people of the undeniable connection between man and animal. Behind Glass refers both to the glass or boundaries of an enclosure and to the glass of the camera lens.
Far-flung families can now enjoy virtual get-togethers via webcams. Photographer creates family portraits using Skype projections of virtual family gatherings.
With beads, colored thread and scissors, French photographer has altered her family photo albums to explore the memories of her childhood, and as a way to help her understand her current identity. With original French language text.