Candid photos of kids being kids passing themselves off as high art is one of the latest fads in photography.
Whether you call it "documentary style photography highly influenced by theosophical and neo-plasticist principles" or just plain party shots, snaps from the likes of Patrick O’Dell, Dana Lauren Goldstein, Jamie Taete are selling selling for thousands in internationally recognized galleries.
Is it the shocking debauchery of this doom-generation that titillates the buyers market, or is this just a fad propagated by Vice Magazine that will one day find its demise? Only time will tell.
High Art Candids
Facebook Party Photos Sell for Big Bucks in Renowned Galleries
Trend Themes
1. Candid Photography as High Art - Opportunity for photographers and galleries to explore unconventional and unchartered ways of presenting and exhibiting photography.
2. Redefining Artistic Value - An opportunity for the art world to expand beyond traditional definitions and reach new audiences.
3. Commercialization of Youth Culture - An opportunity for brands and marketers to tap into the youth market by leveraging the appeal of party culture aesthetics.
Industry Implications
1. Fine Art Photography - Industry could take advantage of new style and artistic presentation to attract new audiences and increase sales.
2. Gallery Exhibitions - New style of photography creates opportunity for galleries to offer unique and boundary-pushing exhibitions.
3. Youth Culture Marketing - Brands can incorporate the visual language of high art candids to connect with younger consumers and tap into party culture aesthetics.