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Astronautic Earth Discovery Portraits

Ken Hermann's 'Spaceman' is an Alien to the Desolate Earth

— October 7, 2013 — Art & Design
Ken Hermann envisions what life on Earth would be like from the perspective of a foreign astronaut.

In his photo series, titled 'Spaceman,' Ken Hermann's conceptual photos of an astronaut, with an American flag stitched to his space suit, is placed in desolate, abandoned and unidentifiable places around the world. While trying to imitate the lifelessness of foreign planets in our galaxy, Hermann's photos imagine what life after life would be like for someone discovering post-human life. In one image, the astronaut is seen standing in a lush but overgrown patch outside a small rectangular house, while in another, the astronaut walks on the pavement of a gray and gloomy street as a lone light dimly shines on him.

While the portraits don't conjure up images of a post-apocalyptic world -- since the astronaut can be seen standing alone in a well furbished library and sat at a table with neatly organized books behind him -- the astronaut nonetheless reminds us of the vastness of our world that exists beyond Earth.
Trend Themes
1. Conceptual Photography in Astronautic Settings - Exploring the use of astronautic imagery in photography to create thought-provoking and visually stunning compositions.
2. Post-human Life Exploration - Imagining what life could be like for an astronaut discovering post-human life on Earth, creating a narrative about the future of our planet.
3. Emphasizing Our World's Vastness - Using photography to highlight the vastness of our world and remind viewers of the mysteries that lie beyond Earth.
Industry Implications
1. Photography - Opportunity for photographers to experiment with unconventional themes and settings, creating unique and captivating visual stories.
2. Art and Design - Artists and designers can draw inspiration from the astronautic concept and create innovative artworks and installations that provoke thought and spark imagination.
3. Science Fiction and Futuristic Entertainment - This trend can inspire new storytelling opportunities in science fiction media, creating narratives that explore the boundaries of human existence and the future of our planet.
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