pedro coelho's alcoholics anonymous resume details faceless portraits

art director pedro coelho, has created a series of ‘alcoholics anonymous resumes’ in order to reach out to those who are ashamed to ask for help. brazilian artist diego limbert, was invited to paint an honest depiction of the lonliness and depression associated with the addiction through abstract depictions. 

the project was developed by pedro coelho under the AA (alcoholics anonymous) – an institute that provides guidance for those suffering from the addiction. the campaign features a series of faceless figures, shaded in dark depressive colors. these images are accompanied by various questions aimed at the viewer, which aim to speak to those who feel that they won’t be understood. the resume is written by an alcoholic, which establishes a level of trust and empathy encouraging more people to come forward and seek help. the direct nature of the design, puts forward an alternative slant, allowing room for complete honesty and discussion.  

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edited by: hollie smith | designboom