When a naturally busy city gets the 'abandoned' artistic treatment, one can not help but wonder the appearance of such photos; the 'New York in Black' series by Christophe Jacrot captures the dismal affect of a city only bearing the existence of street lights and archaic buildings. From capturing the steaming air ducts of the city streets to the blaring head lamps of an abandon car, the photo series captures a surprising number of suppressed New York City areas.
With talk of the impending apocalypse on December 21, 2012 this photoshoot beautifully showcases what New York City will look like once the people have disappeared from the metropolitan area. Of course this is a stunning rendition of the apocalyptic thought.
What Makes This Trend Stand Out
- Apocalyptic Photography
- The 'New York in Black' series by Christophe Jacrot explores the aesthetic appeal of cities in an abandoned, post-apocalyptic state.
- Dismal Cityscapes
- The photos capture the suppressed and desolate areas of busy cities, revealing a hidden and eerie side to urban environments.
- Aesthetic of Abandonment
- Artistically exploring the beauty in decay and abandonment, this series challenges traditional notions of urban photography.
Sectors Adopting This
- Photography
- Photographers can explore alternative perspectives by capturing the desolate and hidden aspects of urban environments.
- Art
- Artists can use the aesthetic of abandonment to create thought-provoking and visually striking pieces.
- Urban Planning
- City planners and architects can examine the potential transformation and revitalization of neglected areas in urban landscapes.
