![]() They have made a name for themselves as a critically acclaimed “musician’s band.” The music is truly composed, and nothing short of perfection. They often focus on mixing fast, aggressive riffs, high-speed blast beats and double bass, and heavy, death metal style vocals with tasty guitar melodies, beautiful solos, eerie clean vocals, and creatively-structured drumming. The Faceless has a very unique, sharp sound. He has recorded and produced all of The Faceless’ albums, as well as many albums for other well-known bands. ![]() ![]() Guitarist Michael Keene is known for his vast knowledge of music theory, his songwriting, and his producing skills. They will be releasing their highly anticipated fourth album in 2017, which will be titled “In Becoming a Ghost.” Autotheism, their third album, was released in August of 2012 and reached #50 on the Billboard 200. Planetary Duality reached #119 on the Billboard 200. They released their second album, Planetary Duality in November of 2008. The Faceless’ debut album, Akeldama, was released in November of 2006 and was the first release on Sumerian Records, a brand new record label at the time. The band consists of Michael Keene on lead guitar and vocals, Ken Sorceron on lead vocals, Justin McKinney on guitar, and Chason Westmoreland on drums. I also find it impressive that Karen, being a self-taught photographer, also most likely taught herself to transform her unique visions into surreal and elaborately staged scenes.ĭo check out Karen’s website and Behance portfolio to see more of her beautifully surreal fine art photography.The Faceless is a technical death metal band based out of Los Angeles, California. It’s something I specifically look for in conceptual work, and what I personally feel makes the work compelling. What I like most about Karen’s approach to conceptual photography is how looking at each series feels like stepping straight into her dreams. A feeling of ‘future-past’,” she says of her work and distinct style. I like to find locations that were abandoned before any sort of technological age, typically locations with relics left in them from 1980 and earlier (the older, the better). “I strive to produce photos that tell a story - that connect with the viewer on a personal level. It’s interesting how incorporating or removing just one detail changes the feel and narrative of the images altogether.įaceless also follows Karen’s trademark style of elaborate scenes in abandoned buildings, sometimes going as far as cleaning and restoring rooms to what they may have looked like years ago. Take away the masks, giant yarn strands, and knitted sacks and the scene transforms into two totally different tales that have their own moods and character. But, the characters are just one aspect that make the series an interesting body of conceptual work. The ways her subjects are rendered “faceless” are easily the most eye-catching elements that lend a touch of surrealism to each photo. Look long enough and you’ll begin asking why. ![]() Faceless, for example, appears to have been inspired by odd characters with their faces obscured in weird ways. It has the kind of creativity that forces you look, then look closer, appealing to your imagination and curiosity for the possible story behind each series. If you have a taste for imagery brimming with both strangeness and beauty, Karen’s work will definitely fascinate you. Among our favorites are the works of Boston-based fine arts photographer Karen Jerzyk, the most recent of which is her Faceless series. Still, that doesn’t stop some of the most creative minds from conjuring the most otherworldly imagery and translating them into narratives. Used with Creative Commons permission.Ĭonceptual photography is certainly one of the most intriguing and challenging photography genres to get into and pull off. ![]()
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