These Photo Compositions by Carol Golemboski Exude a Mystical Air
Jana Pijak — May 21, 2013 — Art & Design
References: kevinlongino & lanciatrendvisions
Entitled "That Old Black and White Magic", this nostalgic image series by Carol Golemboski pays tribute to retro illusion-themed imagery. Exuding a mystical air, this portrait series plays with perception and showcases behind-the-scenes imagery that relates to the popular art of magic tricks and spell-casting.
These magic-themed portraits by Carol Golemboski are captured in black-and-white and display a raw and grainy quality that is reminiscent of past era photographs after they have aged.
The melancholic portrait series also highlights symbolic playing card subject matter along with floating face photography and cut mannequin fragments. These spooky elements are merged to form portraits that are infused with drawn elements. Moreover, all of these disturbing accents are both a creepy and visually intriguing translation of the art of spell casting and performance magic.
These magic-themed portraits by Carol Golemboski are captured in black-and-white and display a raw and grainy quality that is reminiscent of past era photographs after they have aged.
The melancholic portrait series also highlights symbolic playing card subject matter along with floating face photography and cut mannequin fragments. These spooky elements are merged to form portraits that are infused with drawn elements. Moreover, all of these disturbing accents are both a creepy and visually intriguing translation of the art of spell casting and performance magic.
Trend Themes
1. Nostalgic Photography - Leverage the trend of nostalgic photography to create captivating and emotionally evocative visuals.
2. Illusion-themed Imagery - Explore the use of illusion-themed imagery to engage your audience in a mysterious and captivating way.
3. Raw and Grainy Aesthetic - Embrace the raw and grainy aesthetic in photography to add a vintage touch and evoke a sense of nostalgia.
Industry Implications
1. Art and Photography - Artists and photographers can leverage these trends to create unique and captivating pieces that resonate with viewers.
2. Magician and Entertainment - Magicians and entertainers can incorporate illusion-themed imagery and nostalgic photography to create immersive and memorable experiences for their audiences.
3. Vintage and Retro Products - Companies in the vintage and retro product industry can use the raw and grainy aesthetic trend to market their products and evoke a nostalgic appeal.
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