French photographer Kate Fichard gets her street portrait subjects to cover themselves in significant objects that symbolize culture, life and everyday moments.
Entitled 'Totem de Vie,' the photography series showcases people whose individual identities are hidden as their faces are concealed, yet more subversive cultural elements are on display for viewers to interpret. Each item holds meaning to the subject, thus by being worn, the everyday objects turn the people into totems, or symbolic figures, of their own lives. Pots and pans, musical instruments, soccer balls and leafy twigs are some of the items that some might view as clutter while others would view them as the junk that fills their lives.
The 'Totem de Vie' street portrait series by Kate Fichard demonstrates how different lives are deeply impacted by items.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Symbolic Object Coverings
- Exploring the use of meaningful objects as a form of self-expression.
- Concealing Individual Identity
- Examining the concept of hiding one's face while revealing cultural elements.
- Interpretation of Clutter
- Analyzing how objects can be seen as junk or as significant parts of people's lives.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Photography
- Innovative photographers can create new ways of capturing people's individuality.
- Art
- Artists can experiment with using objects as a means of conveying cultural significance.
- Fashion
- Fashion designers can incorporate meaningful objects into clothing and accessories to reflect individual stories.
