Although London photographer Mari Sarai lists Helmut Newton as one of her biggest influences, she also seems to be the female version of Terry Richardson (with more class, of course). Mari Sarai's glamorous shoot has a grittiness and rawness to them that lends each image a sense of authenticity that is completely fabricated but still captivating. The other similarity with Terry Richardson? Unabashed nudity.
Mari Sarai's focus on strong, sensual women has landed her work on the pages of such publications as Dazed and Confused, Harper’s Bazaar and Vogue. She has even taken some amazing celebrity portraits of Ewan McGregor, Penelope Cruz and Amy Winehouse (with their clothes on). Mari Sarai is definitely one to keep an eye on.
Bum-Baring Beauties
Mari Sarai Captures Strong and Sensual Women
Trend Themes
1. Authentic Glamour - The trend of capturing grittiness and rawness in glamorous photography creates an authentic and captivating aesthetic.
2. Strong Women Portrayal - The trend of showcasing strong and sensual women in photography empowers and inspires a diverse audience.
3. Unabashed Nudity - The trend of embracing nudity in photography challenges societal norms and explores the beauty of the human form.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion Photography - Fashion photographers can explore the disruptive innovation opportunity of blending authenticity with glamour to create visually striking and captivating images.
2. Publication Design - Publication designers can embrace the trend of showcasing strong women and create visually impactful layouts that resonate with a diverse readership.
3. Art Portraiture - Art portrait photographers can push boundaries by experimenting with the trend of unabashed nudity to challenge societal norms and evoke powerful emotions.