The photographs were created using a combination of natural and artificial light. The plastic draps were used to create a sense of weight and oppression, while the gasping for air was used to symbolize the struggle to breathe in a polluted world. The photographs were taken over a period of several months. The photographer worked with a variety of models to create the desired effect. The Weight of the World has been exhibited in a number of galleries and museums around the world. The photographs have also been featured in magazines and newspapers. The project has helped to raise awareness of the need to reduce our reliance on plastic pollution.