A black-and-white photo of a person mid-air in a Superman-style body suspension pose, supported by multiple hooks in their back and legs, smiling joyfully toward the camera. They are suspended horizontally in a large indoor space with high ceilings and visible rigging. A group of onlookers—some seated, some standing—watch with expressions of admiration, amusement, and support. The atmosphere is lively and communal, capturing a moment of shared experience and transformation.

Shocks of Adversity


Fun fact: This hand cutting is on none other than founding father George Washington, and was done by Ryan from Precision Body Arts in Nashua, New Hampshire, using nothing but a no. 11 scalpel and what can be referred to as a “rather simple” time machine. Hey, the more you know.

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220 responses to “Shocks of Adversity”

  1. Amanda Avatar
    Amanda

    HELL YEAH! Harry Potter!
    And FUCK YEAH FOR NASHUHA, NH.
    MY HOME TOWN WOOT!!<3

  2. Amanda Avatar
    Amanda

    HELL YEAH! Harry Potter!
    And FUCK YEAH FOR NASHUHA, NH.
    MY HOME TOWN WOOT!!<3

  3. Amanda Avatar
    Amanda

    HELL YEAH! Harry Potter!
    And FUCK YEAH FOR NASHUHA, NH.
    MY HOME TOWN WOOT!!<3

  4. Amanda Avatar
    Amanda

    HELL YEAH! Harry Potter!
    And FUCK YEAH FOR NASHUHA, NH.
    MY HOME TOWN WOOT!!<3

  5. Luna Avatar
    Luna

    Awww i LOVE this!!!
    HP FTW!
    <3

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    Luna

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    Luna

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    Luna

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    Nicoley Woley

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    Nicoley Woley

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    Nicoley Woley

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    Nicoley Woley

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