The Kevin Cooley Refuge photo series deals with a rather serious topic: refugees. Although clearly a creative take on this subject, it nevertheless highlights the sad situation many of these refugees find themselves in. Hiding away in natural surrounds until the coast is clear or someone sticks out their neck to help them, this collection of images shows just how survivor-based refugee status is.
Aside from that, the Kevin Cooley Refuge photo series is beautiful to behold. Scene after stunning scene, Cooley has managed to not only imbue each image with emotion, but also with life and color as well.
In particular, the Kevin Cooley Refuge photo series focuses on lighting techniques as well as great compositions. My favorite one has to be the snow mound hiding a refugee away.
Sheltered Sanctuary Shoots
The Kevin Cooley Refuge Series Focuses on the Subject of Refugees
Trend Themes
1. Refugee Photography - Opportunity for photography companies to create powerful imagery that highlights important social issues.
2. Survivor-based Refugee Status - Opportunity for non-profits and NGOs to develop interventions that focus on addressing the root causes of refugee displacement.
3. Innovative Lighting Techniques - Opportunity for lighting and photography companies to explore unique ways to create emotive and evocative images.
Industry Implications
1. Photography - The photography industry can leverage this trend to showcase the power of photography to bring attention to important social issues.
2. Non-profit and NGO - Non-profits and NGOs can use this trend to improve the conditions of refugees and find solutions to their challenges.
3. Lighting - Lighting companies can explore new techniques to create innovative and impactful lighting for photography and film projects.