Michael Papadakis is a Greek-American living in the US state of Colorado who is becoming known as a master of the art of “heliography”, according to greekreporter.com.
Heliography is a photographic process originally invented by Joseph Nic?phore Ni?pce in the early 1820s. It employs the immense power of the sun’s rays to create chemical changes on the specially-coated surface of various media.
Papadakis first became aware of this rare but impressive form of art after a trip he took to Asia.
After observing the technique, Papadakis decided to take it up himself and now, he is one of the top heliographers in the world.
He uses large wooden blocks to create logos and signs as well as landscapes, faces and even entire portraits.
His work has gone viral on social media, with thousands of people following closely the creation of his latest pieces of art.
Papadakis has participated in quite a few American television shows as well, amazing audiences with his talent, tenacity and creativity.
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