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The Shocking Noboyushi Araki Lady Gaga Polaroids are Released

— July 18, 2011 — Pop Culture
If you thought it was impossible to still be shocked by Lady Gaga, then these Noboyushi Araki Lady Gaga Polaroids will prove you wrong. Taken nearly two years ago by Japanese artist Noboyushi Araki for a paint-splatter spread in Vogue Hommes Japan, the raw photos have now been released to the public. The mixed-media photo set for the Japanese magazine featured the popstar in leather and bondage, but was much tamer than these Polaroids upon which it was based. It’s almost hard to believe that these originals are from 2009, just before the release of 'Bad Romance' -- the first single that really showcased Gaga’s shocking stunts in music videos and live performances.

The Lady Gaga Polaroids are raw, edgy, and extremely revealing. There is a sense of danger and vulnerability in the star as she sits with hands and legs bound and "I love Japan" scribbled across her arms. The release of these bound Gaga photos shows that she is as unpredictable as ever, and certainly isn’t giving up the spotlight any time soon.
Trend Themes
1. Shocking Polaroids - Noboyushi Araki's edgy Lady Gaga polaroids show a disruptive innovation opportunity for the revival of vintage film photography.
2. Mixed-media Photography - Pop culture and fashion could capitalize on the usage of mixed-media photographs for promoting brands and artists.
3. Celebrity Personalization - Customized high-end bondage wear could be a disruptive innovation opportunity for celeb collaborations.
Industry Implications
1. Art and Photography - Noboyushi Araki's polaroids show the resurgence of vintage film photography in the art world.
2. Fashion - The usage of mixed-media photography is a disruptive innovation opportunity for fashion houses promoting their brands and artists.
3. Luxury Fashion and Bondage Wear - The customized wear worn by Lady Gaga could become a disruptive innovation opportunity for luxury fashion designers to collaborate with celebrities for bespoke pieces.
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