The photo series titled Swarms by Thomas Jackson may still be a work in progress, described more as 'sketches' than anything else by the photographer himself, but the few images he has managed to capture thus far are still incredibly impressive. It is centered around floating objects that surreally flock together like a school of fish or a swarm of insects. From cups to leaves, this series animates these objects in such a way that really makes them appear alive.
Shot in locations around New York City, Swarms by Thomas Jackson is clever, creative and full of character. Although there is a sinister sense to each image, as though these objects are converging for some evil purpose, there is a cute quality about them as well.
Flocking Object Photography
Swarms by Thomas Jackson is Slightly Sinister
Trend Themes
1. Object Animation Photography - Photographers can explore the visual storytelling potential of animating objects through photography to create surrealist and creative images.
2. Swarms Imagery - Artists can experiment with swarm imagery to create visual metaphors for social and natural phenomena.
3. Slightly Sinister Aesthetic - Designers can leverage the popularity of a slightly sinister aesthetic to create edgy and intriguing brand identities.
Industry Implications
1. Fine Art Photography - Fine art photographers can explore new dimensions of storytelling and creativity by experimenting with animating everyday objects.
2. Marketing and Advertising - Marketers can use the surrealist images created through swarm imagery to promote their brands and products in an engaging and creative way.
3. Fashion and Beauty - Fashion and beauty brands can capitalize on the slightly sinister aesthetic popularized by Swarms by Thomas Jackson series to create bold and avant-garde campaigns.