The In Pieces photo series is artistically stark, comprised of tableau scenes that are strikingly cinematic. All about the details, it is interesting to note that each image features a unique LEGO sculpture. So subtle are these playful editions that at first they would go completely unnoticed.
A collaboration project between sculptor Nathan Sawaya and photographer Dean West, the In Pieces photo series invites people to deconstruct each scene, not only to find the LEGO sculptures, but also to expose the "elements of the construction of cultural identity itself," as written by West. Chillingly minimalist, the desolate scenes are accentuated by the subject's empty stares, which in turn highlight the aloof and displaced vibe in each image.
West likens the aesthetic of the In Pieces images to the American postcard due to their coloring.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Stark Tableau Scenes
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore new ways to create visually striking and minimalist compositions in photography or other visual arts.
- Subtle LEGO Sculptures
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate hidden or unnoticed elements into artistic creations to engage and surprise viewers.
- Deconstruction of Cultural Identity
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Use art as a means to challenge and explore the construction of cultural identity in unique and thought-provoking ways.
Where This Applies
- Photography
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop innovative techniques or tools for capturing and composing minimalist and visually stunning photos.
- Visual Arts
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Experiment with unconventional materials and hidden elements to create intriguing and engaging artistic compositions.
- Cultural Studies
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Utilize art to critically examine and question the construction of cultural identity in various contexts and fields.
