A pop-up exhibition in Shoreditch is exploring the '#ArtoftheSelfie' with a full-on selfie gallery.
The selfie gallery is hosted by King & McGraw, a London art retailer. It examines the history and evolution of the selfie, from Andy Warhol's iconic and innovative pieces to the commercialized and highly popular self-photography of today's smartphone world. The exhibition will also host a huge range of workshops and lectures around the concept of the selfie.
Instagram stars will discuss their success and teach audiences how to take their own perfect selfies. Fashion experts will analyze the rise and importance of the self-taken photograph, and an artist will even lead a workshop in charcoal self-portraiture. It's sure to be an illuminating and relevant exhibition.
Personal Photography Exhibitions
London's Selfie Gallery Explores the 'Art of the Selfie'
Trend Themes
1. Selfie Culture Evolution - As selfies evolve from simple snapshots to highly-stylized personal expressions, there is an opportunity for businesses to develop innovative apps and features that revolutionize the way we take and share selfies.
2. Self-photography Workshops - With the popularity of #ArtoftheSelfie, there is an opportunity for businesses to provide photography workshops that educate individuals on how to create the perfect selfie, using creative lighting, angles and filters.
3. Interactive Pop-up Exhibitions - As consumers crave more interactive and immersive experiences, there is an opportunity for businesses to develop more unique and engaging pop-up exhibitions that capture the public's interest while exploring emerging cultural trends such as the selfie culture.
Industry Implications
1. Photography - There is an opportunity for photography businesses to create innovative tools that enhance image capture, editing software that include AI, and gamified features, which allow users to compete and earn points for top selfies.
2. Art Retail - Art retailers can leverage this emerging trend by creating themed pop-up exhibitions that feature interactive elements such as photo booths and art installations that highlight different cultures and movements in self-portraiture.
3. Fashion - Fashion brands can use the selfie exhibition trend to create branded selfie backdrops that include hashtags, and promote self-expression through personalized style choices, engaging influencers and photography enthusiasts.