The Cubist Photocollage Project

Photo cubism is a term that generally refers to a photographic technique or approach inspired by the principles of cubism, the art movement. While cubism itself originated in painting, its influence has extended to other art forms, including photography.

In photo cubism, photographers apply cubist concepts such as fragmentation, multiple viewpoints, and geometric abstraction to their photographic compositions. This may involve capturing a subject from different angles or using techniques like multiple exposures to create layered and abstract images. The goal is often to move away from a straightforward representation of reality and instead explore a more dynamic and complex visual language.

Photographers experimenting with photo cubism may break down their subjects into geometric shapes, present them from various perspectives, or combine different elements to create a more abstract and visually engaging image.