The Los Intocables photo series is utterly provocative. It deals with an incredibly difficult subject matter in a rather creative way. Addressing institutional child abuse, it shows guilty adults forming a cross off of which the innocent children hang off of. Essentially, the images bring to mind Jesus.
Shot by Erik Ravelo, a Cuban-born artist and creative director currently working in Fabrica, the Benetton Group Communication Research Center, the Los Intocables photo series is sub-headed by "The Right to Childhood Should Be Protected." Although the Los Intocables photo series takes an artistic path when addressing this devastatingly common occurrence, it brings to light in a harsher way the people, who are supposedly trusted in general, behind such disgusting acts. It revolves around such institutions as tourism, healthcare, religion, school and military.
Provocative Child Abuse Photography
Los Intocables by Erik Ravelo Addresses a Harsh Reality
Trend Themes
1. Artistic Activism - Addressing difficult subjects in a creative and thought-provoking way presents opportunities for artistic activism.
2. Trust in Institutions - The photo series highlights the need for accountability and transparency in institutions such as tourism, healthcare, religion, school, and military.
3. Child Advocacy - The powerful imagery can inspire individuals and organizations to advocate for the protection and rights of children.
Industry Implications
1. Art and Design - The art industry can explore ways to use their platform for social commentary and addressing societal issues through provocative photography.
2. Tourism and Hospitality - The tourism industry can examine ways to safeguard against child abuse within the sector and work towards responsible and ethical practices.
3. Education and Childcare - The education industry can focus on promoting child safety and wellbeing in schools, addressing the issue of child abuse head-on.