You've never seen fruit like it's depicted in these photographs by Philip Karlberg for Plaza Magazine. This Stockholm-born artist is considered one of the country's most talented still-life photographers and he has certainly earned his keep. This collection, styled with the help of Mattias Nyhlin, is just one more piece evidence that supports this fact.
For his most recent assignment with Plaza Magazine for the May issue, Karlberg created a variety of still-life faces using fruits and vegetables as the only materials. Each portrait boasts a pristine and effortless quality that Karlberg is renowned for, while also infusing a whimsical element. The still-lifes model different sunglasses shades and exude strong personalities. With cat-eyed shades and bedazzled frames adorning these fruity faces, one can't help but smile and laugh at these light-hearted produce portraits. Next time you order a fruit salad or are near a fruit platter, try your hand at recreating these works. It will be harder than it looks.
Pristine Produce Portraits
These Photographs by Philip Karlberg for Plaza Magazine are Juicy
Trend Themes
1. Produce Portraits - There is a trend of using fruits and vegetables to create still-life portraits, adding a whimsical element to traditional photography.
2. Effortless Quality - The trend of capturing pristine and effortless quality in still-life photography is gaining popularity, showcasing the talent of photographers like Philip Karlberg.
3. Fruit-based Art - There is a growing trend of using fruits and vegetables as the primary medium for creating artistic expressions, blurring the lines between food and art.
Industry Implications
1. Photography Industry - The photography industry can explore the disruptive innovation opportunities of incorporating fruits and vegetables into still-life portraits to create unique and captivating images.
2. Food and Beverage Industry - The food and beverage industry can capitalize on the trend of fruit-based art by incorporating visually appealing and whimsical fruit displays in restaurants and events to enhance customer experience.
3. Art and Design Industry - The art and design industry can explore the trend of produce portraits as a creative and eco-friendly alternative to traditional art mediums, attracting a new generation of art enthusiasts.