The Alasdair McLellan August 2011 W editorial entitled 'Scene on the Streets' does just that -- explore a variety of scenes, settings and subcultures in the streets of New York, from Madison Avenue to Washington Square Park. Models Lindsay Wixon and Daphne Groeneveld maintain a chemistry throughout the shoot that virtually guarantees the rising stars will work together again.
With a look that is just the right amount of fresh and unusual, both of these ladies are the perfect subjects for an artful shoot like this, which moves them through a variety of looks, each one suiting them more than the next. From upper-Manhattan socialites to edgy schoolgirl hipsters, Wizon and Groenenveld are a dynamic duo whose versatility and talent shines through McLellan's lens.
Implications - The variety of subcultures and styles that exist across the vast New York City landscape is the inspiration behind much art and photography. The iconic city means something different to each person who experiences it, and art that captures these meanings through any medium, excites an emotional nostalgia in its viewers.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Subculture Exploration
- Art and photography that delves into the various subcultures and styles of a city like New York can evoke emotional nostalgia in viewers.
- Versatile Models
- Models who exhibit versatility in their looks and talent can be sought after for artful shoots that require a range of styles.
- Fresh and Unusual Aesthetics
- Art and photography that offer a fresh and unusual aesthetic can capture the attention of viewers and create impact.
Where This Applies
- Art
- In the art industry, there is an opportunity to explore the subcultures and styles of cities, like New York, through various mediums and evoke a sense of emotional nostalgia.
- Photography
- Photographers can leverage versatile models to create dynamic shoots that capture the essence of different subcultures and cater to the demand for fresh and unusual aesthetics.
- Fashion
- Fashion industry professionals can draw inspiration from the variety of styles seen in subcultures across cities and incorporate them into their designs, offering fresh and unusual aesthetics to consumers.
