Photographer Simon Menner has gained acclaim for his series capturing military snipers camouflaged in various landscapes. Inspired by childhood games like “Where’s Waldo,” Menner challenges viewers to spot these hidden marksmen in his photos.

Menner stages these shots with military snipers, coaxing them to showcase their skill in remaining undetected. Despite the staged nature, the snipers take pride in their ability to disappear seamlessly into surroundings. Menner’s work has garnered attention online, with many amazed by the snipers’ near-invisible presence.

Starting with German military snipers in 2010 and 2013, Menner expanded his project to include marksmen from Lithuania and Latvia in 2022. These staged photographs highlight the snipers’ proficiency in concealment, prompting viewers to scrutinize each image for clues of their presence.

Menner continues to pursue this project eagerly, aiming to collaborate next with the US military. He invites them to participate, fascinated by the cognitive challenge his photographs present to viewers worldwide.

His images spark intrigue, challenging observers to find hidden snipers who blend so effectively into their environments that their presence often goes unnoticed until pointed out.