This rugged work by Andy Houghton is much more than a photographic spread. Though Andy Houghton does take many riveting photographs for this rough-edged spread, this 'Lost Boys' series also includes a video and behind-the-scenes footage.
Portraying an ambiguous storyline of images for viewers to interpret, Andy Houghton does a great job in providing a morbid and eerie feel for this series of photographic works.
Implications - One of the best ways for a company or brand to publicize their product is by creating a mini-movie that serves as entertainment for consumers. By placing the emphasis and focus of the ad on engagement and entertainment rather than advertising, the brand stands a good chance of garnering feelings of goodwill from consumers to the brand.
Rough-Edged Fightography
'Lost Boys' by Andy Houghton is a Blood-Stained Hot Mess
Trend Themes
1. Interactive Photography - Opportunity for companies to create photo and video series with a storyline to engage and entertain consumers.
2. Ambiguous Visual Narrative - Opportunity for businesses to use ambiguity in their visual content to spark viewer interpretation and curiosity.
3. Rugged Aesthetics - Opportunity for companies to incorporate rough and raw visual styles to evoke gritty and mature themes in their products and marketing.
Industry Implications
1. Advertising - Advertising industry can leverage interactive photography to create engaging ads that resonate with their target audience.
2. Entertainment - Opportunity for the entertainment industry to experiment with ambiguous visual narratives to create thought-provoking content that captivates audiences.
3. Fashion - Fashion industry can use rugged aesthetics, inspired by Andy Houghton's work, to create a unique and edgy look that appeals to customers looking for a bold and non-conformist style.