Vladimir Antaki seeks to photograph the often-neglected "guardians of urban temples" in his latest series, ‘The Guardian.’
Antaki laments that most people don’t take the time to appreciate the sights, sounds and people of the cities they’re in. In contrast, he enjoys meandering through each city he visits, surrendering himself entirely to his senses. This practice encourages a sense of spontaneity, causing him to enter spaces based on his level of visual attraction alone. These spaces are vivid, enchanting realms that each have a story to tell. Within them, he’s had the opportunity to meet all sorts of people, from touching and quirky to downright frightening.
Antaki wanted to consider the relationship between the Guardian and the space they govern. Ultimately, ‘The Guardians’ captures a brief moment of exchange within a public, urban realm.
Neglected Citizen Photography
Vladimir Antaki Photographs Neglected People and Their Vendors
Trend Themes
1. Neglected Citizen Photography - A growing trend that highlights the need for greater visual representation of society's marginalized communities through photography.
2. Appreciation for Urban Spaces - An emerging trend that promotes a deeper appreciation for the sights, sounds and people in cities through sensory exploration.
3. Storytelling Photography - A trend that utilizes photography to capture the unique stories of individuals in public spaces.
Industry Implications
1. Photography - Opportunities for photographers to disrupt traditional representations of society by highlighting the marginalized.
2. Social Justice - A new space for social justice seekers to advocate for and support the voices of neglected citizens through visual representation.
3. Urban Tourism - An opportunity for companies in the tourism industry to promote sensory exploration and appreciation of urban spaces.