SAMSA
Samsa is a photographic artwork from the series Neglect. The series shows preserved specimens of insects, most of which are extinct or critically endangered. The images were made with a digital camera system and a 105mm macro lens. A multishot function was used to create very large files of 185 megapixels. A small table-top studio was built so that the fragile specimens could be photographed with almost no handling. The prints are produced in two sizes and in limited editions. The aim is to reveal the unusual beauty of insects and to draw attention to insect extinction.
SAMSA Photography Artwork by Florian W. Mueller was identified as an innovative illustration of communication design by the A' Design Award. SAMSA Photography Artwork earned the Golden A' Design Award in Photography and Photo Manipulation Design in 2022. The A' Photography and Photo Manipulation Design Award is an international, jury-voted, fair and ethical design accolade which honors excellent design of portraits, landscapes, still lifes, photojournalism, fashion shots, architectural images, wildlife captures, sports events and more.
