Talented artist Beau Bernier Frank is based out of California where he creates these breathtaking hybrid landscape portraits that emphasize the artist's love for a variety of travel destinations. The images capture model's faces with elements of the visage replaced with scenes of places, oceans and open roads creating a surrealist series of portraits.
Franks work of art is featured in a series entitled Off the Grid that captures stunning realistic portraits of models done in black and white. Elements of the model's face are then replaced with scenes from nature that are depicted in color. The landscapes include images of crashing waves, bridges, oceans and iconic places intertwined with the portraits to convey an element of nostalgia and provide an escape to realism.
Hybrid Landscape Portraits
The Off the Grid Series Creatively Blurs Faces with Travel Destinations
Trend Themes
1. Hybrid Landscape Portraits - Opportunity for artists to combine elements of landscapes and faces in their artwork, creating surreal and captivating portraits.
2. Travel-inspired Art - Artists can incorporate scenes from various travel destinations into their artwork, providing a unique and visually appealing perspective.
3. Nostalgic Surrealism - Artists can explore the blending of realistic portraits with elements of nature to evoke a sense of nostalgia and escapism in their artwork.
Industry Implications
1. Art - Artists can leverage hybrid landscape portraits to create innovative and visually striking artwork that resonates with viewers.
2. Photography - Photographers can experiment with incorporating elements of travel destinations into their portraits, adding a unique and captivating touch to their work.
3. Visual Media - Visual media professionals can explore the use of hybrid landscape portraits in advertising campaigns and creative projects, offering a fresh and intriguing visual approach.