From self-portraits taken in his living room in 1944, to the photo of Jim Carroll in 1951, and even in his color films in the 1970s, Mizer incorporated antlers to add an element of drama and theatricality to his images. Throughout his career, Mizer was known for his creative use of props and costumes in his photographs. The antlers that he used in many of his images were just one example of the many inventive and unusual elements that he incorporated into his work. Other props that he used included animal masks, feathers, and even furniture. By using these props in his photographs, Mizer was able to create a sense of drama and theatricality that set his work apart from that of other physique photographers. His images were often more than just straightforward depictions of muscular bodies; they were elaborate and imaginative scenes that captured the imagination of his audience. In the case of the photo of Jim Carroll, the antlers on his head add an element of wildness and unpredictability to the image. Carroll's muscular physique is still the focal point of the photograph, but the antlers add an extra layer of meaning and interest to the image. It is a testament to Mizer's creativity and willingness to experiment that he was able to use such unconventional props so effectively in his work.