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Hazy Summertime Photography

The Kim Akrigg Summer Dreams Story Radiates Warm Energy

— September 12, 2011 — Fashion
Dive into the warm sunshine with the radiant Kim Akrigg Summer Dreams photo story. Filled with color, flirty fashion and greenery, the shoot is all about nostalgia for those few months of carefree fun. Color is no stranger to Akrigg's portfolio, as she "aims to find the unusual in the usual and searches out the beautiful in the everyday."

This story moves above and beyond her vision, as each shot creates a longing for memories and a powerful nostalgia to really evoke emotion in its viewers. Model Ann's graceful and fluid movement and posing doesn't hurt either, as she slipped right into the role set out for her by Akrigg and the sizzling styles chosen by Sarah Danniels.

Having shot for magazines such as Reverie and XO, the Toronto native has a promising career ahead, illuminating fashion mags around the world with colorful fun.

Implications - Nostalgia is one of the most powerful driving forces of consumerism. Artists who capture use their work to capture fond memories and evoke emotions associated with those memories appeal to consumers who are eager to hold onto them.
Trend Themes
1. Nostalgia Photography - Capturing nostalgic moments through photography to evoke powerful emotions and appeal to consumers' desire for sentimental experiences.
2. Flirty Fashion - Embracing flirty and vibrant fashion styles that bring a sense of carefree fun and nostalgia, resonating with consumers seeking playful and nostalgic experiences.
3. Colorful Editorial Shoots - Creating vibrant and colorful editorial photo shoots that stand out and capture viewers' attention, helping brands to convey a unique and visually appealing message.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion Photography - Opportunity for fashion photographers to create editorial shoots that bring together nostalgic themes and vibrant fashion styles, resonating with nostalgic-focused consumers.
2. Magazine Publishing - Incorporating colorful and nostalgic photography in fashion magazines to attract readers and create a strong emotional connection with their audience.
3. Visual Arts and Design - Exploring nostalgic photography techniques and incorporating them into visual arts and design to create emotional connections and evoke powerful feelings among viewers.
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