Zooids by Asron Ansarov, a photographer born and based in Florida, is a photo series revolving around the Portuguese Man O’ War. A strange name for an equally strange sea creature, it is a jellyfish-like marine cnidarian that also boasts venomous tentacles that can deliver a nasty sting. Much more colorful than its 'cousin,' the Portuguese Man O’ War lends itself to some captivating and vibrant portraits.
Likened to natural ink blots, Zooids by Asron Ansarov showcases the sea creature's effervescent beauty. With the help of his wife, Anasarov collects the Bluebottles and brings them home to photograph on top of a light table. He writes, "[S]oon after the first shots I began to notice how air bubbles looked like eyes, and tentacles started looking like facial expressions. So once I began to mirror them, it was as if I revealed faces as clear as day."
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Sea Creature-inspired Photography
- Using unconventional subjects for photography, such as sea creatures, can create visually stunning and unique pieces.
- Innovation in Macro Photography
- Developing new techniques for macro photography, such as using light tables, can lead to groundbreaking forms of art and commercial content.
- Nature-inspired Abstract Art
- Emulating nature and the organic world in art can lead to innovative abstract styles and compositions for various mediums.
Where This Applies
- Fine Art
- Incorporating sea creature photography into fine art can revolutionize the industry by introducing new subjects and perspectives.
- Nature and Wildlife Photography
- Exploring new techniques in macro photography can create captivating images for nature and wildlife photography used in industries such as travel and tourism.
- Editorial and Commercial Photography
- Nature-inspired abstract art produced via innovative techniques can lead to unique visuals that can be used in editorial and commercial photography industries.
