'Hands Up' by Paul Ripke Matches Stereotypes with Finger Symbols
Harris Jay Rosenberg Alterman — February 28, 2012 — Art & Design
References: paulripke.de & ufunk.net
Hands Up by Paul Ripke is a series of photoshopped images that have replaced heads with hands. Each hand symbol is the stereotypical symbol that the head-replaced characters would use as their calling card.
For the Star Trek nerds, the head of the half-human/half-vulcan Spock has been replaced with the classic vulcan salute. The body of the tattooed rocker complete with a Manowar shirt has had the rock-on hand stapled onto his head. Even the surfers get their classic symbol stereotyped as the bronze beach body of a surfer girl is topped with the shaka sign. It's fascinating how hands can communicate so many different things just by raising or lowering a few fingers.
Shaking hands with the creatures of Hands Up by Paul Ripke would be an experience that would have to be photographed to be believed.
For the Star Trek nerds, the head of the half-human/half-vulcan Spock has been replaced with the classic vulcan salute. The body of the tattooed rocker complete with a Manowar shirt has had the rock-on hand stapled onto his head. Even the surfers get their classic symbol stereotyped as the bronze beach body of a surfer girl is topped with the shaka sign. It's fascinating how hands can communicate so many different things just by raising or lowering a few fingers.
Shaking hands with the creatures of Hands Up by Paul Ripke would be an experience that would have to be photographed to be believed.
Trend Themes
1. Finger Symbol Communication - The trend of using finger symbols to communicate different meanings is disrupting traditional forms of nonverbal communication.
2. Symbolic Head Replacements - The trend of replacing heads with symbolic hand gestures in images is creating unique and playful visual representations.
3. Photomanipulation Art - The trend of using Photoshop to manipulate images and create artistic representations is offering new avenues for creativity and self-expression.
Industry Implications
1. Photography - The photography industry can benefit from incorporating finger symbol communication techniques in their images to convey messages or evoke emotions.
2. Digital Art - The digital art industry can explore the use of symbolic head replacements in their creations, providing unique and visually captivating experiences for viewers.
3. Graphic Design - The graphic design industry can leverage the trend of photomanipulation art to create visually stunning and impactful designs for various purposes, such as advertising or branding.
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