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Sinister Projection Portraits

Andrea Pantleo's 'Naturally Implied' is a Shocking Photo Shoot

— July 3, 2009 — Art & Design
Andrea Pantleo's 'Naturally Implied' is what you get when you project freaky images atop nude models. Images that would otherwise be sensual suddenly take a sinister turn.

From great white sharks to snakes and piles of sharp antlers, Andrea Pantleo's 'Naturally Implied' features a series of frightening shots superimposed atop traditional portraits to create an overwhelmingly creepy photo shoot.

Implications - Art and photography continue to push boundaries, and one area in which they are doing so is the realm of death, gore and the disturbing. Freaky images are no longer something to shy away from; instead, many consumers are immediately drawn to the macabre and the menacing. Such sinister themes don't have to stay in the art world, however; brands who are willing to experiment along this vein may receive rewards for their risk-taking.
Trend Themes
1. Macabre Art - The macabre and disturbing themes in art and photography are becoming more popular, attracting consumers who are drawn to the sinister.
2. Boundary-pushing Photography - Photographers are pushing the boundaries by superimposing freaky images onto traditional portraits, creating creepy and unsettling photo shoots.
3. Risk-taking Branding - Brands that are willing to experiment with sinister themes may be rewarded for their risk-taking, as consumers are increasingly interested in the macabre and menacing.
Industry Implications
1. Art - The art industry can explore the growing popularity of macabre themes and create artwork that appeals to consumers' fascination with the eerie and disturbing.
2. Photography - Photography industry professionals can innovate by incorporating freaky images into traditional portraits, offering clients unique and unsettling photo shoots.
3. Branding - Brands in various industries, such as fashion or entertainment, can take risks by incorporating sinister themes into their branding and marketing strategies, capturing the attention of consumers who are intrigued by the macabre.
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