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Bizarre Family Photography

'Acting Future' Images the Future in Reverse

— November 26, 2014 — Fashion
Netherlands-based photographer Annabel Miedema explores the family form and domestic sphere in her latest series 'Acting Future.'

Described as an "experimental journey," the series links the future and past in a strange, yet enchanting way. The concept of the project is as follows: it's the future, time has collapsed and the cultural preferences and behaviors of the 1960s and 70s have come back into fashion.

In this future, Miedema envisions herself living, once again, with her family, and there would be an emphasis on doing things together -- eating as a family, listening to music -- and helping one another out. Though abstract, the concept links beautifully to Meidema's images, which depict some seriously weird scenes: a family of four tucked in bed, for instance, or a long-limbed girl pouring tea from underneath a sheet.
Trend Themes
1. Reverse-future Aesthetics - Discover opportunities to create reverse-future inspired products and services that combine elements from the past with a futuristic twist.
2. Nostalgic Family Experiences - Explore innovative ways to bring back cultural preferences and behaviors from previous decades to create unique family experiences and strengthen familial bonds.
3. Experimental Domestic Imagery - Unleash creative possibilities by pushing the boundaries of traditional family photography and exploring strange and enchanting concepts within the domestic sphere.
Industry Implications
1. Photography - Revolutionize the field of photography by incorporating reverse-future aesthetics, creating unique and captivating imagery that challenges traditional family portraits.
2. Home Goods - Tap into the nostalgia trend and design innovative home goods that blend retro elements from the 1960s and 70s with futuristic functionality, offering a novel way for families to interact at home.
3. Entertainment - Develop immersive and nostalgic entertainment experiences that transport individuals and families back to the 1960s and 70s, encouraging shared activities and bonding moments.
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