The model in these spreads has quite a robust frame; however, this shoot of Thomas Isermann by Rene Fietzek plays with props, lighting and expression to extract a softness from within his strong body.
Draped in silk scarves, veils and wigs, the images of Thomas Isermann by Rene Fietzek capture a delicate interplay between the subject and his accessories. Where one's body can only tell half of the story, these compelling pictures give heightened depth to the living, breathing figure they depict.
Soft Prop Photography
Pictorial of Thomas Isermann by Rene Fietzek Turns the Male Form Tender
Trend Themes
1. Soft-prop Photography - Utilizing soft props and accessories in photography to capture vulnerability and depth in subjects
2. Masculinity Redefined - Challenging traditional notions of masculinity through photography and imagery
3. Gender Fluidity in Fashion Photography - Exploring the limits of gender and fashion through the use of wigs and veils in photography
Industry Implications
1. Fashion Photography - Incorporating soft props and accessories in fashion photography to evoke emotion and depth in fashion spreads
2. Gender-fluid Fashion - Redesigning fashion to challenge and transcend traditional gender boundaries
3. Men's Grooming - Developing grooming products and services that cater to a diversity of masculinities visible in fashion