# Artistic Traffic Photography Cars and Bodies is a Curious Series About Life in a Metropolis By Rebecca Byers | Published 2015-02-18 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cars-and-bodies References: [ignant.de](http://www.ignant.de/2015/02/13/cars-and-bodies/) & [fubiz.net](http://www.fubiz.net/en/2015/02/04/cars-and-bodies-photography/) Cars and Bodies is a provocative [photo series and video installation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rhinoceros-gallery1) by a trio of international artists. The series is a product of collaboration between photographer Yann Rabanier, architect Thomas Cestia and filmmaker Romain Dussaulx, who decided to delve into the idea of territory and its place in an ever-crowded overpopulated society. Shot in Los Angeles and Bordeaux, the series features tens of bodies crammed into cars in semi-desolate surroundings that creates a paradoxical feeling in the viewer, as well as an accompanying teaser video. Cars and Bodies is an alternate look at the traffic many face on a daily basis due to their proximity to major metropolitan centers and highlights the lack of perceived territory, as well as the view of these centers as "human traffic jams." ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.5/10 - Popularity: 3% | Activity: 3% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Metropolis Photography:** Opportunity for innovative photo series and video installations exploring the relationship between society and urban environments. - **Overcrowding Commentary:** Potential for thought-provoking art that draws attention to the issue of population density and its impact on daily life and mental health. - **Traffic Paradox:** Possibility for artistic representation and commentary on the conflicting feelings of claustrophobia and freedom that come with living in a bustling city. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Visual Arts:** Opportunity for photographers, filmmakers and other visual artists to create works that challenge and subvert traditional notions of urban living. - **Social Commentary:** Space for artists, writers and activists to explore the effects of urban overcrowding on mental health, social behavior and social justice. - **Urban Planning:** Potential for creative solutions, technologies and policies addressing the issues raised by urbanization, including transportation, housing and public space. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [AI-Generated Poetic Photo Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emilio-alarcn.md) - [Dynamic Car-Themed Structures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/veiled-porsche.md) - [Dynamic Artful Car Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bmw-m-hybrid-v8.md) - [Collaborative Monochromatic Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/collaborative-monochromatic-art-exhibition.md) - [Beautiful Automotive Design Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/benecict-redrove-auto-photo-manual.md) - [Miniature Art Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-wheels-and-daniel-arsham.md) - [Haute Auto Pattern Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audi-car-couture.md) - [Urban Robot Traffic Safety](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/polis.md) - [Public Art Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paul-anthony-smith.md)