Bubble photoshoot for Harpers Bazaar, Spring Collection.
Original Creator : Melvin Sokolsky When : 1963 Where : Paris
Read This if you are Into: Film Photography and Fashion
Cultural Significance : It is a fascinating blend of surrealism and fashion, pushing creative boundaries by placing models inside transparent, floating bubbles. The shoot's imaginative use of the Parisian backdrop, coupled with the ethereal nature of the bubbles, creates a dreamlike atmosphere that continues to inspire photographers and fashion designers today. Sokolsky's innovative vision and technical execution make this photoshoot a timeless reference for creativity and artistic expression in fashion. Additionally, Sokolsky credits his surrealist ideas to the likes of Dali, referencing a specific painting with a figure in a bubble.
Personal Rating : 9/10. Back then, it was fairly difficult to edit out details unlike today with the help Photoshop. At a glance, you just wonder how they got the ball to appear floating in the image, but upon further inspection you see the reflection of the crane holding the ball. In terms of creativity, taking an abstract idea from a painting and making it real is an entirely incredible feat as these photos needed the bubble to be designed for use and have it floating. I might just be more interested in that bubble, but hey its cool
