Hossein Zare is an Iranian self-taught photographer known for his surreal and thought-provoking digital art. His work explores the intersection of nature, humanity, and technology, often blurring the boundaries between reality and fantasy. 

Zare's images have been exhibited in galleries and museums around the world, including the Museum of Contemporary Art in Tehran, the London Design Festival, and the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity.

Today, we want to showcase Zare's powerful series of black-and-white pictures that symbolize our journey through life. Stripped of unnecessary details, his photographs give you the bare feeling of an undefined destination in life, represented by the traveling man and other life metaphors, such as a tree or a road. Scroll down to explore the mind-stimulating pictures!

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Returning Home

Returning Home

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Why?
Community Member
2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You can't go home again.

Kelsie Marx
Community Member
2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

“After days and nights of the cold air biting him, out in the land where there is nothing, he decided that it was time to end his long journey of trying to find his faithful companion. He figured that with one winter storm after another, that the strong winds carried his pup away. So, with a heavy heart, and his pup on his mind, he walks back home, praying that a miracle will happen.”

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Born in Iran, Zare's art is influenced by the rich cultural and artistic heritage of his homeland. He has been recognized as one of the most important voices in minimalist photography and his work has been exhibited in galleries and museums around the world.

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    #2

    The Dark Half

    The Dark Half

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    Nykky
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think you mean Alfred Hitchcock's The Birds

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    Zare's art is characterized by its use of simple shapes and clean lines. His minimalist approach allows viewers to focus on the purity of the forms he creates, encouraging a contemplative and introspective experience.

    #4

    Passenger

    Passenger

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    Kelsie Marx
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Life’s journeys are not about the path you take, but the choices you make while traveling down the path.

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    #5

    True Choice

    True Choice

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    Debra Newell
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The forks in the road of life. While on my journey in life, I wish that I had listened to my instincts, as I truly believe that's God's way of talking to me (us).

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    The nature of existence and the interconnectedness of all things are topics that Zare explores in several of his works. He creates art that is both powerful and accessible. Thanks to his minimalist aesthetic, he reduces complicated concepts and feelings to their most basic elements.

    #6

    In Vain

    In Vain

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    #7

    Untitled

    Untitled

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    Have these photographs evoked any emotions or stirred up any thoughts within you? We'd love to hear about your experiences in the comments. Don't forget to upvote your favorite images!

    You can check out more of Zare's work on his Instagram or website!

    #8

    Frustrado

    Frustrado

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    Yamna Javed (Yamu)
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'll take it as my heart always tries to come in my way and make be troubled!

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    #9

    Untitled

    Untitled

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    #11

    Steps

    Steps

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    LadyJaye(she/they)
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Forming as a person as they journey through the steps of life . The past selfs are disappearing

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    #12

    Birds Want Me

    Birds Want Me

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    #13

    Untitled

    Untitled

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    #14

    Best Friends

    Best Friends

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    #15

    Travel

    Travel

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    #17

    Life Guards

    Life Guards

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    #18

    Regret

    Regret

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    dino_Z71
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Nothing makes more noise in your head than regret...

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    #19

    Untitled

    Untitled

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    Amelia Saucedo
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This truly makes me feel like I’m inadequate

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    #20

    Inside

    Inside

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    #21

    A Road

    A Road

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    Yuki
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Forget the past and move on (sectional view)

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    #23

    Antithetical

    Antithetical

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    Jelly Kat
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You're going one way but it's not the way you want to go but you feel to far in to turn back

    #24

    Untitled

    Untitled

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    #26

    Untitled

    Untitled

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    Amber Ashby
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It looks like it represents a midlife crisis or fall into addiction or are struggling with a trauma.

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    #27

    Untitled

    Untitled

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    Cheyanne Pavan
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So happy to have people to help and support me when I can't do it on my own.

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    #28

    Untitled

    Untitled

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    SeaWolf
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Like he always stood there and he'll always be...

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    #30

    True Story

    True Story

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    Dana Bryant
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They paved paradise and put up a parking lot

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    #31

    Intellectual Engagement

    Intellectual Engagement

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    #32

    Immersed In My World

    Immersed In My World

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    Jelly Kat
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You're in a room but you are also somewhere completely different

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