Photographer Ruadh DeLone is known for his surreal photography and his latest series, The Fallen Ones, upholds this streak. Yet again focusing on children, he strays away from period and playful themes for something a little more serious. His subjects appear to have been the victim of some horribly scarring event.
The Fallen Ones photo series depicts children with marred faces. Sad and weary, they stare at the camera while a mix of mistrust and hopefulness that will go straight through anyone's heart. Captured in an all-white backdrop with bright pristine lighting, the images are pretty angelic for all of its sad implications. As its title suggests, The Fallen Ones could easily be viewed as capturing a slew of fallen angels.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Surreal Child Portraits
- An opportunity for photographers to create unique and thought-provoking images by depicting children in a surreal and emotionally impactful way.
- Sadness in Photography
- A trend of capturing emotions such as sadness and weariness in photography, which allows for a deeper connection with the viewer.
- Angelic Imagery with Dark Themes
- A trend of juxtaposing angelic aesthetics with dark and serious subject matter, creating a powerful visual contrast.
Where This Applies
- Photography
- Photographers can explore new creative avenues by incorporating dark and emotional themes into their portraits.
- Art
- Artists can use the combination of beauty and melancholy to make a profound impact on their audience.
- Fashion
- Fashion designers can draw inspiration from the juxtaposition of innocence and sadness to create visually striking and emotionally resonant designs.
