Reykjavik, Iceland-based fashion designer and artist ZISKA Harpa Einarsdottir recently completed a series titled 'In Memory of Glaciers' that is equal parts illustration and fashion photoshoot.
The series focuses on models draped in free-flowing fabrics as they wander about a surreal arctic landscape, interacting with strange, mythical animals like giant owls and antlered bears. Their outfits are cast in soft grayish colors, sharply accented with bright greens, yellows and reds. This leaves the models at once blending into and standing out from the cold, overcast scenery they inhabit.
The series is undoubtedly inspired by ZISKA Harpa Einarsdottir's country, Iceland, with its mountainous, glacier-rich vistas and wintry skies. This theme is also seen in the clothing. From belts to jewelry, Nordic patterns adorn much of the accoutrement.
Arctic Dreamscape Pictorials
This ZISKA Harpa Einarsdottir Series is Surreal and Wintry
Trend Themes
1. Arctic-inspired Fashion - The 'In Memory of Glaciers' series presents an opportunity for fashion designers to create more arctic-inspired clothing and accessories.
2. Surrealist Photography - The series showcases surrealistic photography that can inspire artists to create more fantastical and imaginative photographic works.
3. Nature-inspired Mythical Creatures - The series features models interacting with mythical creatures inspired by nature, which can lead to the creation of new mythical creatures in various art forms.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion and Apparel - Fashion designers can use the 'In Memory of Glaciers' series to create arctic-inspired clothing and accessories.
2. Photography and Visual Arts - Surrealist photography can inspire photographers and artists to create more imaginative and surrealistic works.
3. Entertainment and Media - Nature-inspired mythical creatures can lead to the creation of new stories and characters in various entertainment and media industries.