Photojournalist and fine art photographer Sacha Maric is trying her hand at a completely different subject for her 'Thrashers' project. The London-based artist is known for her fashion photography work but has reacted against that in a deliberate attempt to expand her horizons.
For 'Thrashers,' Sacha Maric has collected stills from YouTube videos of thrash metal concerts and cropped them in unorthodox manners to include a more abstract theme.
Implications - YouTube videos continue to be one of the most instantly sensational forms of video programming in modern times, partially due to the fact that they are for consumers, by consumers. Companies that regularly pay special attention to trending videos on the YouTube network will ensure they are on the cutting edge of potential viral video sensations.
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Sacha Maric Takes Photos From YouTube for 'Thrasher' Project
Trend Themes
1. Crowdsourced Art - The trend of utilizing user-generated content to inspire and create artistic pieces.
2. Abstract Curation - The trend of curating images from social media platforms, such as YouTube, in an abstract and unconventional manner.
3. Cross-industry Collaboration - The trend of collaboration between artists from different industries to create unique and innovative content.
Industry Implications
1. Fine Arts - The fine arts industry can disrupt traditional art production by tapping into crowdsourced content to create unique and dynamic pieces.
2. Advertising and Marketing - The advertising and marketing industry can capitalize on the potential of viral video sensations by regularly monitoring trending videos on YouTube to create engaging and shareable content for their brands.
3. Music - The music industry can collaborate with artists from other industries to create compelling visual content that elevates the overall experience of live performances and music videos.