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In my photo series Curves, I am displaying other, original look of portrait photography. It goes beyond the classical beauty and prefers an abstract art image of the photographed model. I try to distort the perfect symmetry of the shape so that the final portrait will look at first as an abstract painting.

In my more recent and abstract photo ideas, I am questioning the viewer's perception of aesthetics and encourage them to find beauty in abstract imperfection which is so unique and rare in current media.

The curvature of the image is achieved by using the physical properties of water. The surface of all water is curved. The water in motion creates irregular curves of the object. It can move, curve, reflect. The photographs are shot on film, not software-manipulated with any photo effects.

With my creative ideas, I break the perfection and create unique abstract underwater portraits aiming to show that even imperfection can be beautiful. I was inspired by famous as well as modern painters, who create beautiful paintings and are not afraid to break classic portrait rules. I wanted to bring that to my underwater photography series. I find excitement in the creative process as the possibilities of water curvature are endless.

The project won 2nd place in 2019 FineArt Photography Awards, abstract category. You can also find the photographs in Vogue Best of and Photo of the Day gallery.

More info: michalzahornacky.com | Instagram

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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This one is so graceful and lovely. I love that tiny kiss of blue that glows against the warm tones.

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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

WOW! The colours are incredible! I love the contrast, the colours are so different but still somehow work! AMAZING!!1

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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Wow, I love this color here. It has a lot of color without being overwhelming. Love it <3

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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

There's something here that reminds me of David Bowie. Maybe the hair or the makeup... I'm not sure. Either way, I really like it.

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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I love how the water wrinkles are almost invisible, yet her face is almost alien like!

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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

They water effect is cool, but what makes it really great is the use of colour on and around the models, really creating a unique look/ Love it!

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