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Watching you watch me

2009-02-01–2009-09-30

The project ”Watching you watch me” is discovering how a photographer can get as close as possible to others, without acting illegal. I have taken portraits of people through a mirror, when they are totally unaware of the camera inside. This way I get shots of people watching themselves. Since the pictures are taken in public spaces, I can publish them however I want to. At least in Sweden, where the laws are generous to journalists and artists. But in which forums and publications does the single individual feel insulted? “Watching you watch me” is an effort to create debate on laws and ethics within the photographer's role.

Photo by
Moa Karlberg

16 photos

Country Sweden

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Photo by Moa Karlberg

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Country Sweden

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