Julien Tatham's bus stop photography series uses anonymous subjects. Tatham is a visual artist and was fascinated with the hidden beauty found in urban life. Most find waiting for the bus mundane and boring, but Tatham somehow captures the beauty in it.
Most images are of a single person, with their back facing the camera. Their identities are concealed because most of them are unknowingly participating as subjects. The murky and misty qualities of the glass also gives the collection a unique aesthetic, often providing a filter between the subject and the camera lens.
Through his collection 'Stop Us,' Tatham is able to capture ordinary people in their daily routines. Through his seemingly banal bus stop photography, Tatham teaches us that beauty can be found in anything.
Anonymous Bus Stop Photography
This Photo Series Uncovers the Hidden Beauty of Urban Life
Trend Themes
1. Public Transit Photography - Opportunity to create a new genre of photography capturing the beauty of everyday moments in public transportation.
2. Anonymity as Art - Innovation in utilizing anonymity as a storytelling device in visual arts and photography.
3. Reframing Mundane Spaces - Exploring the transformative power of art in finding beauty in ordinary and overlooked environments.
Industry Implications
1. Photography - Discovering new techniques and approaches to capture unique and captivating moments in everyday life.
2. Visual Arts - Pushing boundaries in using unconventional methods to express ideas and emotions.
3. Urban Design - Applying creative solutions to enhance the aesthetic value and experience of public spaces.