To bring this idea to life, we spent months developing a custom UV lighting rig — an array of ultraviolet bulbs precisely aligned around each participant — paired with infrared-modified cameras. This setup allowed us to reveal skin damage invisible to the naked eye, in real time and entirely in-camera.

But what made the piece truly resonate were the stories: heartfelt testimonials from each subject, reflecting on how they’ve protected themselves — or haven’t — and what that means for their future. The result is both visually striking and deeply personal.