Staged Photography with Multi-Award Winning Artist Andreas Varro

Andreas Varro specializes in staged photography where he, in a thought-provoking manner, addresses important topics about the modern human, technological development, the power structures behind technology. He wants to highlight how it impact on our behaviors, health, freedom of speech, and much more. He creates his own props, photographs, and through staged photography, he creates creative worlds in each of his works.

A Journey into a Digital Future

Homo sapien | 2022

"Homo sapien" transports viewers into a future where humanity has faded into obscurity, replaced by digital entities. In this narrative, a skeleton buried in sand to mimic antiquity, serves as a reminder of our deep-rooted affinity for phones and digital platforms. With staged photgoraphy Varro built this scene and is explores technocrats grip on our existence.

Staged Photography Behind the Sccenes

Follow behind the scene when staged photography artist Andreas Varro creates his artwork with Hasselblad.

Modern Childhood

Screen Time | 2023

Staged photographer Varro's "Screen Time" encapsulates the modern world, where children are ensnared by the allure of technology from a tender age. This image serves as a reminder of how fashion, gadgets, and appearances define young lives. Through a custom-made light rig, Varro creates an atmosphere which balances between beauty with disparity.

A Digital Twist on Mythology

Charons Fee | 2022

In "Charon's Fee," Varro uses Greek mythology with a digital twist in his staged photography. As we embrace new ideologies and trends, the real value diminishes. Varro combines photographs from different places, and with different layers, the artworks emerge. He aims to highlight the rapid development and trend of cryptocurrencies; like so many trends in our society, we become captivated and almost obsessive.


A Glimpse into Futuristic Romance

Meta Love | 2022

"Meta Love" offers a glimpse into a future where human interaction has yielded to a distracted digital world. In this staged photography, a male and female recline in separate boxes, resembling futuristic coffins, symbolizing a world where attention is abundant but devoid of authentic emotions. Follow behind the scenes creating this piece of art.

Behind the Scenes Creating Meta Love

The Unquenchable Thirst for More

Paradox | 2022

The artwork "Paradox" is a piece that delves into the complex world of staged photography. Varro conveys the paradox of human nature, where the relentless pursuit of fame and fortune often leads to an insatiable desire for more. In this thought-provoking composition, two hands adorned with money textures tell a story about how we seem to be "made of money" but continue to yearn for even greater wealth.

Satire in the Age of Social Media

The Game | 2023

With staged photography, Varro created "The Game," which draws dark satirical parallels between the popular Netflix series Squid Game and human use of social media; much like the series, social media is a game in which people voluntarily participate, lured by fame and success - ready to risk everything. Soldiers in red symbolize the gatekeepers in the digital era, evoking a sense of mystery and fear.s authority, invoking a mysterious and compelling atmosphere.

Behind the Scenes Creating The Game

Follow behind the scenes when Andreas Varro creates staged narrative photography.

Charismatic Influences in Modern Society

New Gods | 2020

"New Gods" explores our inclination to blindly follow charismatic leaders. Influencers, akin to modern devine beings, shape our choices and decisions and hold us into ideologies. Varro's complex compositionn and staged photography techniques reflects the intricate dynamics of this influence with staged photography.

The Allure and Pitfalls of Streaming Services

Streamer | 2021

"Streamer" paints a vivid picture of how streaming services captivate our minds and hearts. In this narrative, a woman, her head covered by a plastic bag, represents our fixation with the content these platforms offer and the endless “garbage” we consume. The dramatic renaissance lighting conveys both passion and fear.

Unmasking Social Media Illusions

Perfect Lie | 2019

"Perfect Lie" lays bare the illusion of social media, where we showcase only our happiest moments while concealing our struggles. With staged photography, Varro used garbage bags to mask reality, exposes the stark contrast between the image we project and the lives we lead.

Highlighting Human Tribalism

Divided | 2021

"Divided" delves into human tribalism and our unyielding desire to belong. Despite the efforts of powers and politics to sow division, this staged photography underscores our innate curiosity about each other, which may ultimately be our salvation.


In conclusion, the staged photography artist Andreas Varro's work is a captivating journey through the complexities of our modern world. With staged narrative photography he offers a thought-provoking perspective on the impact of technology, social media, and human behavior. Through his lens, Varro challenges us to reflect on the society we've created and the direction in which it's headed.

About Andreas Varro

Andreas Varro is a multi-award-winning artist creating surreal art with the purpose of starting deep and meaningful conversations between people about modern man's and woman's challenges. His artwork has been called a "prophetic critique of modern society."

Portrait of Andreas Varro