Mark Gerald photographs the sacred safe haven that is "the shrinks office" in a project titled, 'In the Shadow of Freud's Couch.' As a psychoanalyst and photographer, this project successfully merges his two interests. The series originated -- and got its title from -- Gerald's reaction to a photograph of Freud's consulting room.
Explaining the intent of the project, Gerald says, "The subject of the psychoanalyst is fascinating because of its traditional posture of neutrality. The analyst and the analytic space, as represented physically by the office, occupy a very private domain. The person and the room have been thought to exist as a blank screen for patients to project their transferences and fantasies upon."
In terms of patterns, Gerald notes that offices located in warmer climates, or within low-density populations, tend to be more open.
Shrink Office Photography
Mark Gerald Photographs an Array of Psychoanalyst Spaces
Trend Themes
1. Office Photography - Opportunity for businesses to showcase their workspaces through professional photography.
2. Psychoanalytic Design - Opportunity for interior design companies to focus on designing spaces that promote emotional well-being and privacy.
3. Interior Design Photography - Opportunity for photographers to specialize in capturing the beauty of interior design, including psychoanalyst offices.
Industry Implications
1. Photography - Professional photographers could specialize in office and interior design photography.
2. Interior Design - Interior design companies could focus on designing spaces that promote emotional well-being and privacy.
3. Psychotherapy - Psychoanalysis professionals could market their services by emphasizing the importance of private and thoughtfully designed therapy spaces.