Ballet dancers are the most graceful, elegant athletes to walk the streets, and La Danse by Javier Miqueleiz of Efejota Photography is a photo set that demonstrates dancers' polish and sophistication beautifully. Miqueleiz captured several ballet dancers in unusual environments that ranged from woodland forests to ancient monuments, city avenues, historic concourses and seaside public benches.
Javier Miqueleiz says that La Danse is a project meant to decontextualize ballerinas; the juxtaposition of ballet with natural outdoor surroundings is visually arresting and sensually satisfying all at once. I'm particularly drawn to the images in which the dancer interacts with the cold, impersonal concrete; we're so used to seeing ballet dancers perform in opulent theatres and opera houses. If you can appreciate pure athleticism and ineffable beauty, you'll love this photo series.
Urban Ballerina Photography
La Danse by Javier Miqueleiz is Absolutely en Pointe
Trend Themes
1. Ballet-inspired Photography - Opportunities for photographers to create unique and stunning images by juxtaposing graceful ballet dancers with unusual environments.
2. Decontextualizing Traditional Art Forms - Chance for artists to create new and innovative interpretations of established art forms like ballet in unexpected settings.
3. Alternative Athletic Portrayal - A trend exploring new ways to depict athletic skill and grace by removing traditional performance venues and setting in natural and urban landscapes.
Industry Implications
1. Photography - Photography as an art form has creative opportunities to explore new visual interpretations of traditional art forms.
2. Performing Arts - Innovative performances that combine traditional art forms like ballet with other disciplines and spaces could expand audience demographics and revitalized reputations.
3. Fashion and Apparel - Fashion designers to create ballet-inspired clothing that translates the beauty of ballet outside of traditional performance spaces.