If you’ve ever wondered what matadors do when they weren’t busy impaling bulls, Troy Stains has your answer in his photo series entitled ‘En Temporada Baja.’ Starring a bullfighter with a hipster hairdo and beard, the serene collection of images depicts a matador practising his flag waving skills on a playground, sitting on a couch with his canine companion, trying on shoes, eating alone at a restaurant and other zany situations you wouldn’t expect professional cow killers to be in. It’s a simultaneously cerebral and comedic series.
Troy Stains explains that ‘En Temporada Baja’ is meant to explore, "the non-trancendent moments of typically transcendent figures." He accomplishes what he sets out to do as the matador, an often revered figure in the arena, is relegated to an almost pathetic or ordinary figure in Stains’ work.
Candid Matador Captures
Troy Stains Photographs a Series Depicting a Bullfighter on his Downtime
Trend Themes
1. Hipster Bullfighters - There is a growing trend of portraying bullfighters in unconventional settings, showcasing their ordinary lives outside of the arena.
2. Cerebral Comedic Photography - The combination of thought-provoking concepts with comedic elements is gaining popularity in the field of photography.
3. Exploration of Transcendent Figures - Artists are increasingly interested in exploring the ordinary and non-transcendent moments of typically revered figures.
Industry Implications
1. Photography - This trend offers photographers an opportunity to experiment with unconventional subject matter and narratives, attracting a new audience.
2. Art - Artists can capitalize on the fusion of thought-provoking concepts and comedy to create engaging and memorable artworks.
3. Fashion - The hipster bullfighter aesthetic can inspire designers to incorporate elements of this style into their collections, appealing to consumers looking for unique and unconventional fashion choices.