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Seductive Solemn Captures

Bjorn Lexius Presents Shots with an Air of Sorrow

— October 3, 2011 — Fashion
Photographer Bjorn Lexius presents a group of unknown individuals in his latest work. The mood is solemn, as Lexius brings out the angst in each of his subjects.

Through specific lighting techniques and candid angles, Bjorn Lexius knows exactly how to highlight an individuals uncertainty and melancholy emotions. However, this does not mean to say his captures disheartening. Viewers are left with a sense of curiosity about these individuals, as each one appears lost in thought concerning topics unbeknownst to both onlooker and photographer. Bjorn Lexius demonstrates his flair for capturing individuals in a candid and truthful manner, and is sure to publish even more stunning works in the future.

Implications - Many consumers in contemporary society are overwhelmed with the pressures of work and family. Companies that offer escape through both product design and advertisements will appeal to this broad base of customers, and see large returns in the future.
Trend Themes
1. Photographic Melancholy - Bjorn Lexius's somber captures offer opportunities for creating new products or campaigns that offer an escape from daily struggles.
2. Candid Emotional Portraits - Capturing candid and truthful images of individuals could create new possibilities for personal and commercial projects.
3. Mood-centric Photography - The use of lighting and angles to amplify the mood in photographs could lead to innovative approaches in fashion and advertising.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion Photography - Bjorn Lexius's melancholic art photographic style could be a disruptive innovation in fashion photography.
2. Advertising and Marketing - The trend towards creating an emotional connection with customers could be applied to advertising and marketing campaigns.
3. Art and Design - The growing demand for art that triggers emotions creates opportunities for artists and designers to experiment with new techniques that elicit mood-centric emotions.
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