A highly visual, astute and quick observer of the world around him, photographer Frank Ockenfels 3 shoots a plethora of images that serve as artistic stimuli for his creative mind. A process of collision, collusion and collaboration is the genesis of his creativity, leading to the transformation of a photographic image into something else, a "representation" of what he saw through the lens. It becomes a new form that communicates a new message, a new meaning; often conveying a more powerful emotional visual statement.

The works of Ockenfels 3 in this book give a glimpse into his visual thinking, the internal world of images and emotions in his mind. Subjected to ink, collage or paint, the images are no longer just photographs of a person, but become a more personal statement of who the artist is, of his psyche and as such, creative artistry in its purest form. The erotic, the sublime and the violent collages are mixed with portraits that complement each other seamlessly. The photographic creations become tactile and bring another dimension of sensory experience.

FWO3 is driven by a drive and curiosity to discover an image that is not yet known, and at the same time he creates a visual language that speaks from the most original and dark corners of his mind. He creates awakening dreams, images that represent the darkest, least illuminated aspects of his unconscious, projected onto the person he has photographed. He has the courage to go far beyond the expected and obvious to breaking the boundaries of traditional photography.

Ockenfels 3 doesn't play it safe and as a result is very effective at evoking the viewer's aspects of their own psyche that they may or may not be aware of. One cannot help but feel a resonance with the chaotic vibrancy of one's mind. He leaves the imprint of his subconscious on the photographic image. Creativity: That beautiful intersection of dream, fantasy and art is not just an opportunity to express a concept or an emotion, but an opportunity to open an experience in both the artist and the viewer. This can result in an unsettling, yet aesthetically pleasing moment in time.

Frank Ockenfels 3 is an American photographer, artist and director. He is known for his portraiture and incorporates non-photographic elements into his work. Ockenfels applies techniques such as collage, painting and drawing to his photos. His career began working for magazines such as Rolling Stone, Spin, Vanity Fair, New York Magazine and Vogue. He photographed over 200 album covers for various musicians. In addition, he has created numerous campaigns for major television and film clients. Other advertising clients include Nike, K Swiss, Reebok and Hennessy. The work of Frank Ockenfels 3 has been in demand for more than three decades.