Inspired by a body of work that took 10 years to build, the "Film Electric" image series by Brea Souders defies convention. The set of portraits plays with its viewer's perception and creates bold collages from pieces of discarded photo film fragments.
Exploring a theme of static electricity, Brooklyn-based artist Brea Souders stays true to her signature aesthetic and creates photographs that combine different media forms and unconventional materials.
Her latest series was put together by chance as she explored her vast archives. Old negatives, bad exposures and film scraps are all included in this unique set of collages that are displayed on sheets of clear acetate. Often random, the combinations reveal colored hues and hidden photo fragments that are ambiguously scattered.
Conceptual Film Strip Collages
Brea Souders' Film Electric Series Layers Fragments to Create Art
Trend Themes
1. Multimedia Collage Art - The trend of multimedia collage art allows artists to combine different media forms and unconventional materials to create unique and visually striking artwork.
2. Repurposing Discarded Materials - The trend of repurposing discarded materials opens up opportunities for artists to transform waste into new and innovative forms of art, reducing environmental impact.
3. Exploring Perception in Art - The trend of exploring perception in art challenges viewers to question their own perception and interpretation of visual stimuli, leading to new and thought-provoking artistic experiences.
Industry Implications
1. Fine Art - The fine art industry can embrace the trend of multimedia collage art by encouraging artists to experiment with unconventional materials and media forms, leading to fresh and exciting artistic expressions.
2. Sustainable Art - The sustainable art industry can capitalize on the trend of repurposing discarded materials by promoting artists who create environmentally conscious artworks, contributing to the circular economy and reducing waste.
3. Art Education - The art education industry can incorporate the trend of exploring perception in art into curriculum and teaching methods, fostering critical thinking and expanding students' artistic perspectives.