Grainne Quinlan Captures Quirky Images of Tai Chi Enthusiasts
Gil Cohen — August 21, 2013 — Life-Stages
References: grainnequinlan & featureshoot
Incredibly amusing and very endearing, the photographs of elderly Tai Chi enthusiasts in Grainne Quinlan's 'White Crane Spread Wings' series draw attention to the various body contortions of the exercise.
Meant to be a low-key form of activity that can relax the body and balance the spirit, Tai Chi classes are the perfect amount of exercise of elderly people who can be spied participating in the sport in public parks and courtyards everywhere. Through these photographs, we get a peak at the quirky poses people put their bodies through, often freezing mid-air with their arms akimbo and their legs bent in strange and unlikely shapes.
Some of these older Tai Chi enthusiast really know how to bend and this odd photography series will certainly bring a smile to people's faces.
Meant to be a low-key form of activity that can relax the body and balance the spirit, Tai Chi classes are the perfect amount of exercise of elderly people who can be spied participating in the sport in public parks and courtyards everywhere. Through these photographs, we get a peak at the quirky poses people put their bodies through, often freezing mid-air with their arms akimbo and their legs bent in strange and unlikely shapes.
Some of these older Tai Chi enthusiast really know how to bend and this odd photography series will certainly bring a smile to people's faces.
Trend Themes
1. Elderly Exercise - Capturing the amusing and endearing moments of elderly individuals engaging in exercise activities.
2. Quirky Photography - Using unconventional and humorous photography techniques to highlight the unique poses and movements of elderly Tai Chi enthusiasts.
3. Low-impact Activities - Emphasizing the importance of gentle exercises like Tai Chi for the elderly population, promoting physical and mental well-being.
Industry Implications
1. Fitness and Wellness - Opportunities for fitness facilities to develop specialized exercise programs and classes catering to the elderly population, focusing on low-impact activities.
2. Photography and Art - Creating a niche market for photographers and artists who specialize in capturing the unique and unconventional moments of elderly individuals engaged in various activities.
3. Senior Care and Retirement Communities - Integrating low-impact exercise programs like Tai Chi into senior care facilities and retirement communities to enhance overall wellness and promote social engagement.
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