In photography, texture is an essential element to transmit meaning to audiences, and designer Miharu Matsunaga uses polka dots to make her work appealing to all viewers. Her series ‘Graduation Work’ features subjects covered in white dots.
This effect aims to send a message of union between people, races and culture. The result is fascinating, as the images look delicate and intriguing. From far away, the dots look like a complete white film covering the models entire body, and from a closer look, it becomes evident the abundance of marks are clearly separated.
Miharu Matsunaga has worked with dots before in her architectural piece called ‘Ten-Ten,’ which means dots in Japanese. Her latest work is just as inspiring and captivating as her last.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Texture Photography
- Using textures, such as polka dots, in photography to add depth and meaning to images.
- Symbolic Messaging
- Using visual elements, like polka dots, to convey a message of unity and inclusivity.
- Delicate and Intriguing
- Creating images that are both delicate and intriguing by incorporating polka dots as a design element.
Where This Applies
- Photography
- Incorporating unique textures and visual elements into photography to create captivating images.
- Fashion
- Utilizing polka dots and other textures as design elements in fashion to create innovative and appealing garments.
- Marketing and Advertising
- Using texture photography and symbolic messaging to create visually engaging marketing materials and campaigns.
