Jonny Sutton's latest series, 'Remains' and 'Pornography,' explore memories of sexual experiences. In fact, the photos look like what a memory might feel like: cloudy, incoherent and jumbled, although in a distinctly cinematic manner.
Many of Sutton's photos deal with the aftermath of erotic encounters. By photographing what is left behind -- a pair of underwear thoughtlessly discarded, stained sheets or a post-sex tub of ice cream and two spoons -- Sutton examines the relationship sex has with its surroundings.
Meanwhile, the photos in 'Pornography' feature a barbie doll whose body is manipulated in subtly sexual ways. The prop is obviously used to represent the female form, but the fact that Sutton chose to use a child's toy to do so is significant. Namely, it speaks to the concept of lost innocence.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Intimate Memory Photography
- Opportunity for photographers to capture and represent intimate memories in a unique and emotive way.
- Exploring Sexual Experiences
- Exploration of the relationship between sex and its surroundings through photography, offering a new perspective on erotic encounters.
- Subtle Provocation Through Barbie Dolls
- Using Barbie dolls to subtly provoke thoughts on the concept of lost innocence and the representation of the female form.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Photography
- Photographers can leverage the trend of intimate memory photography to create visually compelling narratives and evoke strong emotions.
- Fine Art
- Artists in the fine art industry can explore the theme of sexual experiences and its impact on emotions, challenging societal norms and perceptions.
- Toy Manufacturing
- Toy manufacturers can tap into the concept of subtle provocation, producing dolls that provoke deeper thoughts and conversations around social issues.
