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Edgy Urban Biker Shots

Lluis Artus Captures Macho Men in Urban Environments

— July 22, 2011 — Fashion
These captures by Lluis Artus are badass to the max. Barcelona-born photographer Lluis Artus has developed a passion for the lens that nothing can beat. This capture-king is highly praised for his personal portraits that burst with personality. This collection of captures portrays many of his male subjects; he has emphasized their grungy and masculine characteristics. His subjects gaze into the camera baring their muscles and heavily tattooed skin. He brings his audiences into the worlds of his subjects, introducing them to lifestyles they may be unfamiliar with.

Take a peek at the amazing portraiture of Lluis Artus.

Implications - Consumers have become desensitized to typical advertisements due to their abundance in society. They now seek advertisements that will engage them and be memorable because of their taboo or risque content. Companies should incorporate these elements into their marketing campaigns to appeal to potential consumers.
Trend Themes
1. Edgy Advertising Campaigns - Companies should incorporate taboo or risque content into their marketing campaigns to appeal to desensitized consumers.
2. Personalized Portraiture - Photographers can capture subjects in a way that brings audiences into their worlds, introducing them to unfamiliar lifestyles.
3. Grungy Masculine Aesthetic - The portrayal of heavily tattooed, muscular subjects in photography creates an opportunity for brands targeting the edgy and masculine consumer segment.
Industry Implications
1. Advertising - Brands can disrupt traditional advertising by incorporating taboo or risque content to engage and appeal to desensitized consumers.
2. Photography - Photographers can disrupt traditional portraiture by capturing subjects in a way that introduces audiences to unfamiliar lifestyles and experiences.
3. Branding and Fashion - Brands targeting the edgy and masculine consumer segment can disrupt the industry by embracing a grungy aesthetic and featuring heavily tattooed, muscular models in their campaigns.
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