SUMMARY
This technique for creating bizarre portraits involves shooting a baseline head and shoulders shot with a portrait lens, using either a wide or narrow aperture. Subsequently, switch to a macro lens to capture close-up images of individual facial elements like eyes, nose, and mouth, often from different angles or with exaggerated expressions. These close-up images are then composited onto the baseline portrait in editing software, allowing for resizing, rotation, and masking to achieve a unique, surreal final image.
TAKEAWAYS
Shoot a baseline portrait using a portrait or 50-100mm lens.
Use a macro lens for close-up shots of individual facial features.
Composite close-up features onto the baseline portrait in editing software.
Experiment with different angles and expressions for unique results.