Contemplative Face-Painted Photography

The 'Royal Fiction' Series is Futuristic and Edgy

The 'Royal Fiction' photo series seems to center around a unit of sci-fi soldiers who are strangely contemplative instead of ferociously intense. Dark and dramatic, the photo shoot features subtle lighting that is strategically placed to highlight the contours of the models faces as well as the sporty fashion designs they are wearing.

Lensed by photographer Zlatimir Arakliev, the Royal Fiction photo series showcases outfits created by fashion designer George Stoilov. Although the collection is inspired by the French Neo Classicism era, the lavish period that was ruled by Louis XIV the Great who was also known as the Sun King, the shoot and the fashion have a futuristic edge that is hard to shake. The combination of the two results is accessible luxe looks that have an urban bohemian vibe.

Contemplative Face-painted Photography
Disruptive innovation opportunity: Exploring the use of face-painting in photography to create thought-provoking and futuristic visuals.
Futuristic Fashion
Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrating futuristic elements into traditional fashion designs to create unique and edgy looks.
Urban Bohemian Style
Disruptive innovation opportunity: Combining urban and bohemian aesthetics in fashion to appeal to modern consumers seeking alternative and expressive styles.

Where This Applies

Fashion Photography
Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporating innovative lighting techniques and avant-garde styling concepts to redefine the boundaries of fashion photography.
Fashion Design
Disruptive innovation opportunity: Experimenting with historical inspirations and futuristic elements to create fashion collections that resonate with contemporary sensibilities.
Art and Creative Direction
Disruptive innovation opportunity: Pushing the boundaries of artistic expression through the fusion of different genres and influences in photography and fashion.
SCORE
4.3 out of 10
GENDER
50% Men50% Women
MARKETTop markets: North America
GENERATION
  • Gen Z
  • Gen Alpha
  • Millennial (primary audience)
  • Gen X (primary audience)
POPULARITY
Popularity 58%
Activity 62%
Freshness 8%

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