Andriana Green captures the unique patterns and colors of the human iris
before transforming the results into beautiful works of art.
Stunning macro images show the ‘windows of the soul’ looking like other-worldly planets, as a yin and yang and also connected as wheels on a bike.
The colorful new photography trend has increasingly seen couples and families getting their pupils snapped up close for a unique keepsake.
Green says everyone’s eye is different, reflecting our personality, emotions, and identity.
Her photos show the complex and intricate textures hidden within the human iris which gives our eyes a unique character.
“I used to think people had just green, brown, or blue eyes,” said Andriana, who lives with husband Cameron and their three-year-old daughter Nicole. “But with these pictures you can really see all the different lines and areas of the eye, everyone really is unique,” she said, comparing them to snowflakes or fingerprints.
“I find them truly beautiful and fascinating. They look like something from outer space, almost like planets by themselves.
“I’m originally from Bulgaria and found out about the trend a few months ago when we went back to visit some family. There was a big international business fair taking place in the city, so we went along to see what was happening and that’s when I saw it.”
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“It is becoming more in demand here too so I thought I’d give it a go and it is proving popular with people wanting a different family portrait,” she adds.
“I mostly concentrate on family and children’s photography but in a matter of weeks, this seems to be quite sought after.”
In order to take the close-up pictures, Green says it’s necessary to shine a continuous light into the eyes, meaning her subjects will be required to sit completely still for a few minutes.
For this reason, she says this type of photography might not be suitable for younger children or anyone who suffers from light sensitivity.
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“The process of taking the pictures only takes about half an hour but the editing takes three to four hours, so that is the time-consuming part,” said Green, who runs Moonlight Photography.
“The finished pictures make a really unique piece of art to hang on the walk and a great talking point.”
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