Angkor in infrared

A decade ago, I discovered John McDermott's infrared photography of Angkor temples—images that transformed these ancient structures into ethereal, otherworldly visions. His work revealed Angkor's architecture through infrared spectrum, where foliage glows white and stone darkens dramatically, creating haunting beauty impossible to see with human eyes.

Inspired by McDermott's vision, I returned to Angkor with an infrared-converted camera. The resulting images feel dreamlike—familiar structures rendered alien and mysterious.

While my photographs may not match McDermott's mastery, they offer unique perspective on these timeless monuments. Angkor's temples, already mysterious in visible light, become even more enigmatic through infrared—ancient stones floating in clouds of white foliage, details emerging that normal photography misses.

For those with anaglyph 3D glasses, I've created three-dimensional versions of selected images, adding another layer of depth to this alternative vision of Angkor's magnificent ruins.