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Surreal Conceptual Photography

Øystein Aspelund Explores the Connection Between Reality & Dreams

— May 7, 2018 — Fashion
In a personal project that focuses on the mysteries of the human consciousness, Norway-based creative Øystein Aspelund showcases his skills and mastery of the lens with a surreal conceptual photography series. The images share an aesthetic that can be both identified as incredibly mysterious and dreadfully ominous. Øystein Aspelund draws inspiration from a number of subjects and locations, attempting to define the characteristics and methods of the subconsciousness and to visually represent the uncertainty of the state that comes with reality.

The surreal conceptual photography series is meant to strike an ambiguous balance between truth and fiction. In the images, Øystein Aspelund attempts to capture small increments of time that reveal a direct correlation between daily realities and subconscious thought. Titled HIBERNATION IV, the series shows "man and his relationship to the landscape as an investigative tool."
Trend Themes
1. Surreal Conceptual Photography - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore new ways of using technology to create surreal and thought-provoking images.
2. Mysteries of Human Consciousness - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop tools or platforms that help users explore and understand the subconscious mind.
3. Balance Between Truth and Fiction - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create platforms or experiences that challenge our perception of reality.
Industry Implications
1. Photography - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Build AI-assisted cameras or editing software that enhance the creation of surreal and conceptual images.
2. Technology - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop virtual or augmented reality experiences that allow users to immerse themselves in surreal and dream-like environments.
3. Mental Health - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create apps or services that help individuals explore and analyze their subconscious thoughts and emotions.
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