Mark Lyon's latest series, 'Landscapes for the People,' documents tacky wallpapers in unlikely places. You know the type of 'tacky' I'm talking about: the generic stock photos that serve as your default computer background or the photo that fills a picture frame before you buy it.
The photos inspire a sense of discomfort that you can't quite put your finger on. However, oddly enough, they also instill a strange serenity -- almost as if the generic quality of the image soothes you into oblivion. It's kind of like forgetting that you're listening to elevator music, as you're listening to it.
Perhaps the intrigue comes from the landscapes being so displaced in the confines of an airport baggage claim or a dental office.
Tacky Wallpaper Photography
Mark Lyon Photographs 'Landscapes for the People' in His New Series
Trend Themes
1. Tacky Wallpaper Aesthetic - Opportunity for interior design brands to embrace the trend of incorporating tacky wallpaper into designs, adding interest and quirkiness to spaces.
2. Unconventional Photography Genres - Opportunity for artists and galleries to explore the genre of photography that focuses on the mundane and easily overlooked everyday objects.
3. Unexpected Serenity - Opportunity for wellness brands to tap into the concept of finding peace in unexpected places, offering products and experiences that mimic the calming effect of tacky wallpapers.
Industry Implications
1. Interior Design - Industry players can benefit from incorporating tacky wallpapers into designs to create a sense of quirkiness and interest.
2. Art and Photography - Industry players can explore the genre of photography that focuses on mundane everyday objects and overlooked scenes.
3. Wellness and Self-care - Industry players can tap into the concept of finding peace in unexpected places, offering products and experiences that mimic the calming effect of tacky wallpapers.