Pictures of the Year International

Portrait of Roger Ballen who is a visionary artist whose work blurs the boundaries between photography, drawing, and sculpture. Known for his haunting black-and-white images, Ballen creates surreal, dreamlike worlds that delve into the human psyche. His art combines raw, unsettling elements with a deeply symbolic visual language, exploring themes of chaos, Jungian shadow, and the subconscious. Based in South Africa, Ballen’s unique style has redefined contemporary art photography, making him one of the most influential and provocative artists of his generation.