Lomography is a new take on an old style of analogue photography. It’s solid and vivid in color and usually features a ring-like black border. This gallery offers an example of high quality lomography from various sources.
There are a ton of photographers on Flickr showcasing lomography of landscapes, people, parks, indoors, streets, cars, kids and other objects rich in colors.
Implications - The rise in availability of prosumer cameras has enabled a new wave of amateur photographers to take professional-quality photos. Some photographers are rebelling against this phenomenon by adopting analog methods of photography that have grown obsolete. These techniques require skill, separating diehard photographers from amateurs with cash.
Lomography Showcases
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Trend Themes
1. Lomography Trend - The rise of prosumer cameras has enabled a new wave of amateur photographers to take professional-quality photos, prompting a new trend toward analog photography methods such as Lomography.
2. Analog Photography Trend - Some photographers are rebelling against the trend of amateur photographers using prosumer cameras by adopting analog methods of photography like Lomography.
3. Vivid Color Trend - The use of vivid and true-to-life colors in Lomography and other forms of photography is becoming increasingly popular.
Industry Implications
1. Photography Industry - The photography industry should be aware of the growing trend towards analog photography and the increasing interest in vivid color photography.
2. Consumer Electronics Industry - The consumer electronics industry should take note of the trend towards prosumer cameras and the growing interest in photography as a hobby.
3. Creative Arts Industry - The creative arts industry should be aware of the trend towards analog photography and the popularity of vivid color photography, which may influence other areas of creative output.