Jack Hinds' 'Twenty-6ix' Series Reveals the Beauty of Public Transport
Brandon Bastaldo — April 11, 2013 — Art & Design
References: jackhindsphotography & blog.thecreativebook
Taking public transport is a tiring and usually an undesirable experience, but it is people like Jack Hinds who are using stark and eye-catching visuals for transit-themed photographs like the ones featured in his 'Twenty-6ix' photo series that are making every day commuters aware of the natural beauty surrounding a simple bus shelter.
Jack Hinds says that he first began his Twenty-6ix project with the intention of only taking nighttime photos of landscapes and cityscapes. After doing some research about the number 26 and finding out some interesting facts about the many world renowned events that took place on days coinciding with this number, Hinds combined his interest in the number 26 with his desire to capture 26 photos of these lonely bus stops.
Jack Hinds says that he first began his Twenty-6ix project with the intention of only taking nighttime photos of landscapes and cityscapes. After doing some research about the number 26 and finding out some interesting facts about the many world renowned events that took place on days coinciding with this number, Hinds combined his interest in the number 26 with his desire to capture 26 photos of these lonely bus stops.
Trend Themes
1. Transit-themed Photography - A trend of using stark and eye-catching visuals in transit-themed photographs is creating awareness of the natural beauty surrounding bus stops.
2. Nighttime Landscapes and Cityscapes - The trend of capturing nighttime photos of landscapes and cityscapes creates a unique perspective on familiar surroundings.
3. Significance of Numbers - The trend of exploring the significance of numbers in art projects adds an intriguing layer of meaning to creative endeavors.
Industry Implications
1. Photography - The photography industry can leverage the trend of transit-themed photography to offer new and captivating artistic experiences to customers.
2. Tourism - The tourism industry can incorporate nighttime landscapes and cityscapes as part of their marketing efforts, showcasing the beauty of destinations at night.
3. Art - The art industry can explore the trend of using numbers as inspiration, creating thought-provoking and meaningful artworks for collectors and enthusiasts.
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