Los Angeles based photographer Joseph Alexander highlights simplicity through contrast in his series, ōrāre. Also taking inspiration from religious iconography and religious garbs, Alexander creates a stern but elegant presentation that resonates with stark power.
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Courtesy of Joseph Alexander.
![Courtesy of Joseph Alexander.](https://quietlunch.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/Quiet_Lunch_Magazine_Joseph_Alexander_ōrāre-4.jpg)
Courtesy of Joseph Alexander.
![Courtesy of Joseph Alexander.](https://quietlunch.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/Quiet_Lunch_Magazine_Joseph_Alexander_ōrāre-3.jpg)
Courtesy of Joseph Alexander.
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Courtesy of Joseph Alexander.
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