PhotographerThandiwe Muriuhighlights the rich cultural history of her Kenyan heritage through stylish, maximalist portraits.
Rather, Murius imagespart of a series aptly titledCamocommand attention and have an almost hypnotic effect on the viewer.
They are unusual and made from anything other than glass.
Each pair of glasses is a nod to Kenyan culture and/or holds a memory for the photographer.
The set of steel wool spectacles, for instance, is in reference to its ubiquity.
The clothing, background, and eyewear are often accompanied by ornate hairstyles whose structure has an architectural appeal.
Photographer Thandiwe Muriu highlights the rich cultural history of her Kenyan heritage through stylish, maximalist portraits.
The images have an almost hypnotic effect on the viewer.
They are unusual and made from anything other than glass.
