This year photographer and illustrator Kelly Thompson captured some amazing shots for Fluro Magazine. The series of photos depicts four different housewives looking quite beautifully forlorn.
Make sure to check out the great Kelly Thompson prints that are for sale on her site as well as the Nine Lives gallery for the hand-drawn show, which is taking place this week. Trust me, you won't want to miss it!
Implications - Consumers have gradually become desensitized to images in advertisements because of their overwhelming abundance in society. The advertisements that now reach success are those that contain unusual images that deviate from formalists. Companies can devise unique marketing campaigns to appeal to a wider audience.
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Kelly Thompson Takes Pictures of Saddened Housewives
Trend Themes
1. Desensitization to Traditional Advertising Photography - Innovative visual marketing campaigns may be more successful in capturing consumers' attention.
2. Emphasis on Non-formalist Photography - Photographers who deviate from traditional compositions may have a competitive edge in advertising and editorial photography.
3. Depiction of Relatable Emotions in Photography - Photographers who capture emotions that consumers can relate to may see increased demand for their work in advertising and editorial photography.
Industry Implications
1. Advertising - Advertising agencies can incorporate non-traditional photography in their promotional campaigns for unique and impactful visuals.
2. Editorial Publishing - Publishing companies can commission non-formalist photographers to create visually engaging content that resonates with readers.
3. Gallery Art - Fine art galleries can showcase the work of photographers who capture relatable emotions and non-formalist compositions.