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Fingerprint-Mapping Tablet Art

Jonas Carlsson Depicts Typical Finger Movements for iPad Apps

— June 17, 2013 — Tech
Designer Jonas Carlsson has cleverly depicted typical finger patterns of different iPad applications with his new tablet art. This minimalist series shows different iPads, each with a telling fingerprint pattern on their touchscreens. Everything from Photos to Angry Birds is included in the series. The 'Photos' shot shows fingerprints that slide back and forth across a screen, since on touchscreens, sliding your finger causes the photos to change.

The most memorable shot is definitely the one depicting the fingerprint pattern for iDraft. Since this app allows for drawing using fingers, the resulting pattern is a blurry side profile portrait of a mysterious figure.

Carlsson's iPad art is representative of the world's preoccupation with technology. His series injects fine art with technology, showing that the world now considers technology-created products to be just as artistic as organically created works.
Trend Themes
1. Tablet Art - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Exploring new ways to combine technology and art by creating artwork on tablets.
2. Fingerprint Mapping - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Developing fingerprint recognition technology to enhance security and personalization in various applications and industries.
3. Technology in Fine Art - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrating technology into traditional art forms to create unique and interactive experiences for viewers.
Industry Implications
1. Digital Art - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Leveraging digital tools and platforms to create art and reach a wider audience.
2. Biometrics and Security - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Advancing fingerprint recognition technology for secure access and authentication in various industries, such as finance, healthcare, and retail.
3. Technology and Fine Art Galleries - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Creating immersive experiences in art galleries by integrating technology and digital art installations.
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