"..through juxtaposition with compositionally similar historical works (upon which, partly due to their canonisation, the gaze is traditionally encouraged to linger) the artist reconfigures ostensibly ephemeral, disposable images drawn from the increasingly rapid news cycle and unveils the subject in a uniquely compassionate manner, demanding a more empathetic viewing experience and, ultimately, a reconsideration of shared prejudices and socially accepted alienating practices..." Cameron Hooke *** In early 2008, fascinated by the bizarre public meltdown of Britney Spears, I started collecting paparazzi photographs of her and comparing them to famous paintings through out art history. Searching for a parallel between trivial and mythical and often sheer amusement. It is for now still so called work in progress. As of september 2010 a selection of images has been published in bookform, acompanied by the written paper on the subject. For further information on how to order a copy, send an email to hrnic.a (at) gmail.com