This year will mark the fifth anniversary of Michael Jackson's death and Lorena Turner has found an interesting way to pay tribute to the late King of Pop. Lorena Turner has put together a series of impersonator portraits. Although the Los Angeles- and New York City-based photographer observes, "It became clear to me that these people weren’t so much honoring Michael Jackson as much as they were creating a hybrid identity through their representation of him."
Recently published in a book aptly titled, 'The Michael Jacksons,' Lorena Turner's work shows how much this icon meant not only to the world of music, but also to a world struggling with the issue of race. The impersonators she captures portray almost every Jackson iteration, pre-plastic surgery and post. Some even combine the two.
Pop King Impersonator Portraits
Photographer Lorena Turner Captures Michael Jackson Look-a-Likes
Trend Themes
1. Hybrid Identity - The impersonator portraits show a trend of individuals creating a hybrid identity through their representation of Michael Jackson.
2. Celebrity Impersonation - The series highlights the trend of people embracing celebrity impersonation as a form of tribute and self-expression.
3. Identity Exploration - The portraits capture a trend of individuals using impersonation as a means to explore their own identities and connect with a larger cultural figure.
Industry Implications
1. Photography - Photographers can tap into the trend of celebrity impersonation portraits to offer unique services and capture personal identities.
2. Entertainment - The entertainment industry can leverage the popularity of celebrity impersonations to create immersive experiences and engage audiences in new ways.
3. Fashion - Fashion designers can embrace the trend of hybrid identity showcased in the portraits to create innovative clothing lines that blend different cultural influences.