Photojournalist Jeffrey R Werner's new book entitled 'Incredible Stunts' showcases his best photographs from 30 years of capturing death-defying action created for film and TV.
Some of the stunts are made to look easy, like riding motorcycles over a large airplane or riding over the Great Wall of China. Fires and spectacular crashes are also featured, as well as the exploit of a handcuffed escape artist who risked drowning in a washing machine.
All the stunts were highly dangerous, and some stuntmen did not escape injury. One of the most jaw-dropping photos was taken of a grandmother who wing-walked on a biplane at an altitude of 1,000 feet with only a sundress and no safety harness.
Death-Defying Photojournalism
Jeffrey Werner's 'Incredible Stunts'
Trend Themes
1. Death-defying Photography - There is an opportunity for companies to develop new photography technologies or tools that allow capturing death-defying actions in new angles or methods.
2. Extreme Sports Branding - Brands can capitalize on the popularity of death-defying stunts and hire popular stuntmen or extreme athletes to promote their brand or product.
3. Virtual Reality Experience - Virtual Reality companies can create popular VR content that simulates death-defying action to provide an immersive experience for users.
Industry Implications
1. Entertainment - Production companies, especially those that specialize in stunts and action shots, can benefit from Jeffrey R Werner's 'Incredible Stunts' book to expand their client base.
2. Publishing - Companies can publish coffee table books featuring death-defying photography to appeal to a wide audience, from adrenaline junkies to photography lovers.
3. Travel and Tourism - Tourism companies and destinations can capitalize on the popularity of extreme sports and stunts by promoting or hosting events that feature them, such as wing-walking or motorcycle stunts.