Jonathan May Inspires Fear and Hilarity with His Latest Photo Series
Susan Keefe — November 6, 2011 — Art & Design
References: jonathanmayphotography & sweet-station
These unique photos by Jonathan May inspire a jolt of shock upon first glance. It takes a moment to figure out the image; the viewer is forced to explore the photos details with a mildly repulsed curiosity. Upon recognizing these shadowy figures as mud-streaked, masked and bikini-clad people, the playful tone of these shots causes the observer to re-evaluate their original reaction to these images.
The humor of these images and the jolly stance May's subjects assume contrasts strongly with the moody low level lighting Jonathan May favored for this series. The shadows obscure the figures' masked faces further causing the viewer to further misunderstand what they are observing. The pieces may inspire fear in one instance and a few smiles the next.
The tricky light of dawn and dusk play with the emotions of the observer. These photos inspire the unlikely emotional intersection of humor and fear.
The humor of these images and the jolly stance May's subjects assume contrasts strongly with the moody low level lighting Jonathan May favored for this series. The shadows obscure the figures' masked faces further causing the viewer to further misunderstand what they are observing. The pieces may inspire fear in one instance and a few smiles the next.
The tricky light of dawn and dusk play with the emotions of the observer. These photos inspire the unlikely emotional intersection of humor and fear.
Trend Themes
1. Unique Photography - The unconventional style of Jonathan May's photos presents opportunities to disrupt the traditional photography industry.
2. Playful Shock Value - The humor and unexpected subject matter in May's photos provide opportunities for disruptive innovation in the entertainment and art industries.
3. Emotional Intersection - Exploring the blend of emotions evoked by May's photos can lead to disruptive innovations in psychology and marketing fields.
Industry Implications
1. Photography - May's unique photography style opens up opportunities for disruption in the traditional photography industry.
2. Entertainment - May's playful shock value in his photos can disrupt the entertainment industry by pushing boundaries and redefining what is considered comedic or shocking.
3. Art - The unconventional and thought-provoking nature of May's photos presents opportunities for disruptive innovation in the art industry by challenging traditional artistic norms and expectations.
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