In some environments, to become a certified user or instructor of electroshock weapons, you must experience the pain they cause firsthand. However, a few years ago, Patrick Hall from Fstoppers turned stun guns into a photo shoot. With the help of a hundred volunteers, Patrick photographed the participants at the exact moment they received the shock from their partners or friends. The result is fabulous.
A little history first: one of the earliest electroshock weapon concepts dates back to 1935. A man named Cirilo Díaz invented a glove capable of transmitting 1,500 volts, and the New York police celebrated its effectiveness. Jack Cover, a NASA researcher and creator of the Taser, presented the original device in 1974. It wasn't until 1983 that the Nova XR-5000 became the first projectile-free Taser variant. Right on the flesh: bzzzzt!
Authorities still debate the safety and legality of electroshock weapons... but Patrick Hall from Fstoppers used them in a photo session. That's right, a total of a hundred volunteers with their partners or close friends came forward to be recorded in front of Patrick's camera... while receiving a shock. The photographer was delighted by the unpredictability of the situation. Some people seem to be feeling the pain of their lives, and others suggest pleasure with their expressions. There were screams, silence, jumps, and falls. Want to know more? Visit the original article, where you can get access to technical details of the session and a couple of extra videos.
