This selfie culture photo series explores the idea of vanity in modern technology-driven societies. Cleverly titled, 'A Selfie a Day Keeps the Doctor Away,' the mastermind behind the series writes, "In social media, the prototypical "selfie" usually lies at one of two extremes: either mundane normalcy or unbridled megalomania. My Instagram account examines how social media is influencing self-portraiture."
Created and shot by Mike Mellia, which is known for his portraiture, this selfie culture photo series maintains his appreciation for classical art. Poised and pensive, the images all follow a similar formula save for some props such as turbans, swaths of silk and cigarettes. Each image is accompanied by a witty quip such as, "That one time I founded the Roman Empire" and "That one time I beat up Clint Eastwood."
Selfie Culture Photo Series
Artist Mike Mellia Comments on Society's Technology-driven Vanity
Trend Themes
1. Selfie Culture - Opportunity to develop new products and services emphasizing self-portraiture and vanity on digital platforms.
2. Social Media Influencer Culture - Opportunity to tap into the growing market of social media influencers and help brands create authentic content.
3. Digital Art - Opportunity to explore the intersection of classical art and modern technology-driven societies through unique digital art installations.
Industry Implications
1. Photography - Opportunity to offer new services for photoshoots and expand on the concept of self-portraiture in the digital age.
2. Advertising & Marketing - Opportunity to create impactful advertising campaigns by leveraging the trends driving social media influencer culture.
3. Art & Culture - Opportunity to showcase disruptive and unique digital art pieces that explore the impact of technology in modern society.