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Romantic Skeletal X-rays

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

These X-ray Portraits of Couples Show a Deep Level of Intimacy

— November 26, 2013 — Art & Design
These stunning x-ray portraits are by Japanese photographers Ayako Kanda and Mayuka Hayashi.

Kanda and Hayashi captured these eerie x-ray portraits using an actual Computed Tomography (CT) scanner and x-ray machines, as well as the aid of four couples. The Japanese photographers submitted these x-ray photos for their senior thesis exhibition at Musashino Art University and wanted to show more than "the finite nature of our bodies."

It's easy at first glance to be repulsed by the x-ray images since x-rays by themselves are associated with hospitals and therefore illness. But if one allows themselves to move beyond their first impressions, they might see that these x-ray portraits reveal a truly unique and deep level of intimacy that would not otherwise be revealed if the photos were of the tradition flesh form.

Trend Themes
1. Skeletal X-ray Portraiture - Opportunity for artists and photographers to explore the juxtaposition of intimacy and vulnerability through the use of skeletal x-ray images.
2. Reimagining Body and Identity - Innovative approach to portraying the human body beyond traditional representations, opening up possibilities for self-expression and challenging societal norms.
3. Exploring Hidden Depths - Unveiling the unseen by incorporating x-ray technology into creative mediums, offering a new perspective on human relationships and connections.
Industry Implications
1. Fine Art - Artists and galleries can embrace this unconventional technique to create unique and thought-provoking artworks that challenge conventional definitions of beauty and aesthetics.
2. Photography - Photographers can explore the use of x-ray technology as a tool for capturing intimate moments and emotions, pushing the boundaries of visual storytelling.
3. Medical Imaging - Advancements in medical imaging technology can be inspired by the creative application of x-ray portraiture, leading to enhanced diagnostic methods and patient care.
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