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Anxious Anticipation Artwork

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

Aaron Tilley's Pieces Depict the Moment Before Catastrophic Despair

— March 2, 2016 — Art & Design
Photographer Aaron Tilley recently showcases a series of surrealist illustrations put together with Kyle Bean that showcase the moment of suspended anxious anticipation that occurs right before something catastrophic is about to happen. The illustrations capture breath-holding moments such as a light striking a match, a balloon popping or ink spilling on a shirt the second before the damage is done.

Tilley's illustrations put viewers in an uncomfortable state of anxiety as they are left to watch potentially traumatic situations frozen in time. The images are designed to provoke the viewer into this state by showcasing set ups such as a bowling ball about to roll on bubble wrap or eggs about to tumble onto a marble surface.

The medium of photography is ideal for capturing these feats of anticipation as a photo is a still of a singular moment, further emphasizing the theme.
Trend Themes
1. Surrealist Illustrations - Surrealist illustrations depicting moments of suspended anxious anticipation offer disruptive innovation opportunities in the art and design industry.
2. Provoke Viewer Emotions - Creating artworks that evoke uncomfortable emotions and anxiety can disrupt the traditional concept of art and challenge viewers to engage on a deeper level.
3. Photography as a Medium - Exploring the potential of photography to capture moments of anticipation and freeze them in time can lead to innovative approaches in the photography industry.
Industry Implications
1. Art and Design - The art and design industry can benefit from the disruptive innovation opportunities presented by the creation of surrealist illustrations that provoke viewer emotions.
2. Entertainment - The entertainment industry can capitalize on the use of suspense and anxiety in visual storytelling, creating more immersive and engaging experiences for audiences.
3. Photography - Innovations in photography can be explored by leveraging photography as a medium to capture and express moments of anticipation and suspense in unique and engaging ways.
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