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Intimate Teen Angst Photography

Ruby Mercier Captures Adolescent Confusion and Vulnerability

— August 16, 2011 — Fashion
Raw photographer Ruby Mercier captures a vulnerability and emotion in her subjects that is reminisicent of the tumultuous nature of adolescence. At just sixteen years old, most of Mercier's photos are of her friends, and her intimate connection with them is undeniable. With just the snap of a finger, she digs deep into the dark and personal moments of her subjects in a way that opens limitless stories to the imagination of where they came from and where they are going.

Dark yet hopeful, there's a certain temporary angst about each of her subjects, and Mercier's lens is one that promises growth and depth. The Seattle native's artistic lens is narrowly consistent with her surely narrow global perspective, but the reflective nature of her photos reflect a promising future for the youthful photog.

Implications - Portrait photography is an art form centered around familiarity, intimacy and connection to viewers through the eyes and raw emotion of the subject. Consumers look for lenses that cast an alternate perspective on every day experiences that may rdinarily be overlooked by the naked eye.
Trend Themes
1. Adolescent Portrait Photography - Photographers can explore the vulnerability and emotion of adolescence through intimate portraits, creating a unique and relatable visual experience.
2. Exploring Teen Identity - Artists can delve into the personal moments and stories of teenagers, capturing their confusion and search for identity, allowing viewers to connect with their own coming-of-age experiences.
3. Reflective Lens Photography - Innovative photographers can use reflective lenses to capture alternate perspectives and unveil hidden depth in everyday experiences, challenging viewers' perceptions.
Industry Implications
1. Photography - Photography professionals can embrace the unique style of intimate teen angst photography to cater to the growing demand for authentic and relatable visual storytelling.
2. Youth Culture - Industries centered around youth culture, such as fashion and media, can leverage the emotional resonance of adolescent portrait photography to connect with their target audience on a deeper level.
3. Optical Technology - The development of reflective lenses and innovative optical technology presents opportunities for advancements in photography equipment, offering new ways to capture and interpret the world around us.
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