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Deliberately ridiculous and surreal images by conceptual photographer James Popsys

In his ongoing series of deliberately ridiculous and surreal images, conceptual photographer James Popsys loves to transform the very ordinary into the extraordinary, creating visual narratives that turn everything upside down.

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Giant dartboard mounted on the side of a modern building overlooking London rooftops and historic architecture

From giant dartboards hanging from the side of a building to a London Underground station sprouting up from the middle of nowhere – James is particularly skilled at making the impossible look entirely real.

Speaking of his work, James said: "It's all about humour. Smartphones and social media give airtime to lots of funny pictures, but I try to work on concepts that will stick with people much longer than your average meme. I take huge care in ensuring my work can still be enjoyed once the joke is over, so there’s an important balance between storytelling and long-lasting aesthetic appeal.

"As with many artists my ideas are developed through iteration over weeks or months, and only when I’m sure the concept has a solid footing do I begin location hunting, collecting images and editing."

Originally from London, James is currently living and working in Sydney. His unusual photography will be available as signed, limited edition prints as well as posters and canvases from early 2017. If you're interested, contact James to be added to his waiting list. In the meantime, discover more of his wonderful work at www.jamespopsys.com.

Via direct submission | All images courtesy of James Popsys

Pair of feet dangling above autumn trees and a modern residential building in a surreal composite image by James Popsys
A moss-covered stream winds through moss-covered boulders beneath colourful graffiti-covered walls and industrial architecture in an urban setting.
Dead tree standing alone in a vast grain field with electricity pylons and hills visible in the distant background
An elephant walks across an urban street towards a red traffic light, with a brick wall and pedestrian behind it.
Giant bicycle wheel floating above the River Thames in London, with boats below and historic buildings along the riverbank under a blue sky with white clouds
Big Ben's tower wrapped with oversized headphones and a white pillow against a blue sky
A red and grey car with oversized luggage containers stacked on their roofs drive down a London street lined with autumn trees and period buildings
Millennium Bridge stretches across the River Thames towards St Paul's Cathedral, whose dome is replaced by a giant glowing candle flame at dusk in London
A London Underground station entrance sits incongruously in a barren Scottish Highland landscape surrounded by mountains and sparse vegetation
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