Hundreds Freeze For Global Warming Campaign
Ben Preiss — August 21, 2007 — Naughty
References: observer.guardian & news.yahoo
If global warming doesn't stop, our grandchildren won't be able to see the Swiss glaciers. A campaign to raise awareness was held this weekend to draw attention to global warming. Famed photographer, Spencer Tunick posed hundreds of freezing volunteers to shoot the campaign which was supposed by Greenpeace. Tunick's art featuring worldwide public locations of mass nudity has been featured on Trend Hunter before.
Spencer Tunick's shoot in Mexico:
Implications - When it comes to protests, activist groups have to come up with new ideas to grab the attention for the cause. By taking a simple idea and adding an extreme element to it, news and media vehicles will be attracted to the protest group's message.
Spencer Tunick's shoot in Mexico:
Implications - When it comes to protests, activist groups have to come up with new ideas to grab the attention for the cause. By taking a simple idea and adding an extreme element to it, news and media vehicles will be attracted to the protest group's message.
Trend Themes
1. Extreme Protests - Opportunity for activist groups to create innovative and attention-grabbing demonstrations.
2. Climate Awareness Campaigns - Potential for campaigns to creatively raise awareness about the impacts of global warming.
3. Artistic Activism - Emerging trend of using art and creativity to convey important social messages.
Industry Implications
1. Environmental Activism - Opportunity for organizations and individuals to participate in and support campaigns that address environmental issues, such as global warming.
2. Photography and Visual Arts - Potential for photographers and artists to utilize their skills to promote social causes and convey powerful messages.
3. Media and Journalism - Disruptive possibilities for media outlets and journalists to cover unique and attention-grabbing protests, creating viral content and raising awareness.
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