Intriguing New York photographer Joy McKinney created a photo series that involved her sticking her hand in the faces of strangers. This seemingly rude photography series is actually quite interesting, considering that all of these random people seem to react differently. Some seem to smile or laugh, while others look quite serious or unimpressed.
The photographer's painted red nails appear in each and every shot, covering the mouths of her portrait subjects. McKinney seems to have found an extremely diverse group of people to include in her uncomfortably touchy photos. She photographs guys, gals, old and young alike.
All of these intrusive shots were taken outside, in crowded areas on a beautiful sunny day. Maybe McKinney thought strangers would be in a better mood if the weather was nice (which is key when you plan to touch a stranger's face.)
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Uncomfortably Touchy Photography
- New photography trend involves intrusive shots that capture candid reactions of people in public.
- Crowd-sourced Public Portraits
- Photographers tap into the interesting and diverse world of people passing by in public areas as the subject for their photoshoots.
- In-your-face Photography
- Photographers push boundaries by invading personal space and generating real, unscripted moments that create compelling photographic narratives.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Photography
- Photographers find innovative techniques and perspectives to create more engaging and memorable photoshoots for clients.
- Advertising
- Marketing professionals use unconventional photography techniques to create campaigns that capture the attention of audiences in a more memorable way.
- Social Media
- Social media platforms see an increase in candid, documentary-style photography that aims to tell real stories and capture genuine reactions in public spaces.
