Empty L.A. Photgraphs Capture the Isolation of City Life
Alex Scott — January 26, 2010 — Art & Design
It is an odd thing feeling deserted in a bustling city, but every once in a while you’ll come across what seems like a completely abandoned area of the metropolis, even if it was busier earlier that day, devoid of any pedestrians or motor traffic. The feeling obtained from that is always odd, but also very interesting and that’s exactly what artist Matt Logue was going for in his ‘Empty LA’ photographs.
The ‘Empty LA’ photographs display a certain element of isolation rarely seen in large urban centers but experienced by all who live in them at one time or another.
In order to create the feeling emptiness in the ‘Empty LA’ photographs, Logue would photograph famous parts of L.A. during low-traffic periods such as holidays or early morning and take thousands of frames a minute.
The ‘Empty LA’ photographs display a certain element of isolation rarely seen in large urban centers but experienced by all who live in them at one time or another.
In order to create the feeling emptiness in the ‘Empty LA’ photographs, Logue would photograph famous parts of L.A. during low-traffic periods such as holidays or early morning and take thousands of frames a minute.
Trend Themes
1. Urban Isolation - Opportunity for businesses to develop innovative solutions and services that address the feeling of isolation in bustling cities.
2. Photographic Depiction - Potential for disruptive innovation in the field of photography to explore new techniques and perspectives in capturing cityscapes.
3. Empty Space Utilization - Emerging trend for businesses to repurpose abandoned urban areas and optimize their potential for economic or cultural activities.
Industry Implications
1. Art and Photography - Opportunity for artists and photographers to experiment with capturing and conveying the isolation experienced in bustling cities.
2. Urban Planning and Development - Industry potential to revitalize abandoned urban spaces and integrate them into comprehensive urban planning strategies.
3. Tourism and Hospitality - Opportunity for the tourism industry to offer unique experiences, such as guided tours or events, exploring the concept of urban isolation.
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