“Editing” these photos is such a strange experience.  How do you know what a photo, that isn’t depicting reality, should look like?  I never have any preconceived ideas when I start a photoshoot.  I’m also not even really composing or thinking when I’m photographing the videos for this project; I’m just collecting data.  It is important to note that the effects are all in camera, there are no multi layers or anything like that.  There is zero photoshop. The art happens in lightroom. 

But this brings us back to the question of how do you know what to do and more importantly when to stop?  I mean you cannot try all permutations, that is impossible.  My answer is you let the photo speak to you.  For me, this is all based on feelings.  I just instinctively and intuitively know what to do and when to stop.  I just look at the photo and when I get a certain feeling I stop.  I think next time I might just edit some of these photos blindfolded and see what the heck happens.

“I had a great time working on this project with Payam! He was very communicative and patient throughout our interaction. His work is beautiful and I would recommend working together!”