An island photographer has launched a new venture dedicated capturing the intricacies of the human eye. Freelance snapper Callum John Staley is the man behind the lens at Iris of Mann, a service which he describes as a ‘unique art form.’ Iris photography - sometimes referred to as Iris art - is when a photographer takes a high-resolution photograph of a person's eye and then edits it into a physical or digital art print of their iris.
Pictures are taken using specialised macro techniques, revealing vibrant colours and patterns often not visible to the naked eye. The medium has exploded in popularity on social media in recent years, due to in part to the number of leisure cruises making the service available to holidaymakers on board. However, Callum says this new service is the first of its kind on the island.
‘I’ve always been fascinated by the stories an individual’s eyes can tell,’ said Callum, who lives in Castletown. ‘Each iris is entirely unique, capturing our experiences and emotions. ‘With Iris of Mann, I want to transform that beauty into a piece of art people can treasure.
’ Callum, a well-known content contributor at the Southern 100 races, began his photography career at the age of 11 when he launched his own business, CJS Photography. He later branched into web design with CJS Websites, after the company he relied on to sell his photographs folded. The move led him to build his own website, sparking a passion for digital projects.
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