'Camouflage' by Carsten Witte Showcases Metamorphosis-Like Masks
Meghan Young — January 31, 2012 — Fashion
References: carstenwitte & behance.net
The photo series titled 'Camouflage' by Carsten Witte captures the beauty of butterflies in a unique way. It projects their colorful wings onto the faces of equally beautiful models. By juxtaposing these two images together, the Hamburg-based photographer creates metamorphosis-like masks that connect human identity with the idea of change.
Although Camouflage by Carsten Witte is similar to one of his previous projects titled Psyche, which also centers around his affinity towards butterflies, this photo series focuses entirely on close-up portraits. It takes a more figurative approach when comparing humans, specifically women, to butterflies rather than turning them into fantastical hybrid creatures.
Other than the winged patterns projected onto the models' faces, Camouflage by Carsten Witte showcases barely there makeup for natural beauty looks. These looks complement the nature-inspired theme of the shoot.
Although Camouflage by Carsten Witte is similar to one of his previous projects titled Psyche, which also centers around his affinity towards butterflies, this photo series focuses entirely on close-up portraits. It takes a more figurative approach when comparing humans, specifically women, to butterflies rather than turning them into fantastical hybrid creatures.
Other than the winged patterns projected onto the models' faces, Camouflage by Carsten Witte showcases barely there makeup for natural beauty looks. These looks complement the nature-inspired theme of the shoot.
Trend Themes
1. Butterfly Projection Portraits - Opportunity for photographers to explore innovative ways of combining nature and human imagery.
2. Metamorphosis-like Masks - Chance for makeup artists to create transformative looks that connect with the idea of change.
3. Nature-inspired Theme - Potential for fashion and design industries to incorporate nature elements into their products and aesthetics.
Industry Implications
1. Photography - Disruptive innovation opportunity for photographers to experiment with projecting wing patterns onto models' faces.
2. Makeup - Opportunity for makeup artists to explore the concept of metamorphosis and create unique looks that connect humans with butterflies.
3. Fashion and Design - Chance for fashion and design industries to incorporate nature-inspired elements into their products and aesthetics, drawing inspiration from the beauty of butterflies.
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