A series of portraits inspired by the short text A Friend of Automateus by Stanisław Lem. This series offers a visual and metaphorical interpretation of the original text, which can be understood as a story about the struggle with addiction. The unusual framing reflects the shame and anonymity often associated with addicts. The repetition serves as a reminder that we are all equally vulnerable in the face of addiction. An ear, central to Lem's story, becomes the focal point of the series.