The photographs in the Bence Bakonyi 'Transform' series looks at city settings with people performing a disappearing act that can only be called urban camouflage.
While not entirely disappearing into the background, the subjects of this series blend extremely well with their surroundings. However, only the clothing matches the setting; the people's hair and skin and their natural elements stand out. Through this trick of the eye, Bence Bakonyi is making a blatant statement about how people tend to put on a facade and try to change to fit in with their surroundings, especially in an urban environment.
Depicting subjects who match perfectly with paved roads and painted walls is how the 'Transform' series literally translates the concept of urban camouflage.
Concealed People Photography
The Bence Bakonyi Transform Series Analyzes Urban Camouflage
Trend Themes
1. Urban Camouflage - Opportunity to develop innovative clothing and accessories that enable individuals to blend seamlessly with their urban surroundings.
2. Social Masking - Disruptive technology solutions that explore the relationship between individuals and their environment, highlighting the ways in which people adapt to fit in with their surroundings.
3. Perception Illusion - Innovative design and art installations that challenge the viewer's perception of reality and explore the concept of blending into one's environment.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion and Apparel - Opportunity for fashion brands to create urban-inspired clothing lines that promote a sense of camouflage and integration within city environments.
2. Photography - Emerging demand for photographers and artists who specialize in capturing the concept of urban camouflage and social masking.
3. Art and Design - Opportunities for artists and designers to create immersive installations that challenge perceptions of reality and explore the theme of blending into one's environment.