Photographer Minoru Kaburagi Creates Solar-Inspired Photo Collection for IT Post
Rachel — October 21, 2009 — Pop Culture
References: web.mac & thefashionisto
Not exactly a shiny, happy photo spread, this collection of images from Minoru Kaburagi for IT Post is black-and-white and lit with images of the solar system.
The photoshoot by Minoru Kaburagi for IT Post features model Marcel Castenmiller, among others, wearing looks that are seemingly inspired by the Matrix. There is lots of black leather to be found, which plays in a fun way against the crazy lighting.
Implications - Consumers relish in products that emanate unconventional, unlikely or mysterious characteristics. Products that embody experiences of the unknown are likely to appeal to consumers today, who find themselves bored with the generic items being mass-produced by multiple companies and businesses.
The photoshoot by Minoru Kaburagi for IT Post features model Marcel Castenmiller, among others, wearing looks that are seemingly inspired by the Matrix. There is lots of black leather to be found, which plays in a fun way against the crazy lighting.
Implications - Consumers relish in products that emanate unconventional, unlikely or mysterious characteristics. Products that embody experiences of the unknown are likely to appeal to consumers today, who find themselves bored with the generic items being mass-produced by multiple companies and businesses.
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