Washington, DC-based artist Bryan Lewis Saunders has adopted a unique approach to creating his artwork. In a series of incredible self-portraits in different drawn mediums, Saunders shares with us how his self-perception changes under the influence of various narcotics and drugs.

Of the portraits generated, the following are particularly striking:

Under the influence of crystal meth.

Under the influence of nicotine gum.

Under the influence of morphine.

Mr. Saunders’ other occupations are as a performance artist, videographer, and performance poet.

For an additional look at his 20-odd drug-influenced portraits, please visit Mr. Saunders’ personal web site by clicking here. He also has portraits under different themes and other genres of artwork listed for your viewing pleasure.