Cindy Sherman is one of the best known contemporary artists, and this exhibition is her first in four years. The series of portraits show the full range of beauty and aging in women.
Cindy Sherman shoots her own portrait in a studio and adds in backgrounds shot elsewhere. Cindy Sherman loves to play with her image by using different makeup and expressions to create what seems to be a range of different characters. Be sure to watch the video--fascinating.
Boomertography
Cindy Sherman's Post-Modern 'Paintings'
Trend Themes
1. Post-modern Portraiture - The trend towards post-modern portraiture highlights the potential for innovative and unique approaches to traditional art forms.
2. Beauty and Aging - The increased attention paid to portraying the full range of beauty and aging in women highlights opportunities in cosmetics and skincare industries.
3. Self-portrait Photography - The growing interest in self-portrait photography presents opportunities for innovation in photography equipment and software development.
Industry Implications
1. Art and Design - The art and design industry can take advantage of the trend towards post-modern portraiture and develop new mediums and techniques for creating unique works.
2. Cosmetics and Skincare - The focus on portraying the full range of beauty and aging in women highlights opportunities for innovation in the cosmetics and skincare industries to cater to a wider range of consumers.
3. Photography Equipment and Software Development - The growing interest in self-portrait photography creates opportunities for innovation in photography equipment and software development, especially in creating user-friendly and accessible tools for amateur photographers.