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Dissolving Facial Structure Photography

This Series of Monochromatic Photos Depicts Warped Faces

— February 11, 2014 — Tech
This surreal black and white photography of warped faces have been altered with an optical camera illusion. A Brazilian art and media director named Luciana Urtiga was able to capture and digitally manipulate multiple spiral faces that melt into one another. The use of black and white lighting creates a luring effect that captivates the viewer through the portrait.

They also dissolve and overlap to form mysterious compositions that will give you a head turning reaction. This series of warped faces also shows the endless possibilities that can be captured and created within the camera lens. Each facial structure become more bizarre as they are focused on how its purpose is altered into something so surreal that you wouldn't understand at first sight. It really makes a captivating scene of complex compositions.
Trend Themes
1. Warped Facial Photography - Opportunities for creating surreal and captivating portrait photography through optical camera illusions.
2. Black and White Lighting - Exploring the use of black and white lighting to create alluring effects in photography.
3. Mysterious Compositions - Creating compositions that dissolve and overlap to form intriguing and complex visual narratives in photography.
Industry Implications
1. Art and Photography - Artists and photographers can explore the use of optical illusions and black and white lighting techniques to create unique and captivating visual experiences.
2. Media and Advertising - Brands and advertisers can leverage the surreal and captivating nature of warped facial photography to create attention-grabbing campaigns.
3. Digital Manipulation Software - Developers of digital manipulation software can explore new tools and techniques to enable photographers and artists to create intricate and surreal compositions.
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