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According to Vistaprint, the “Candid Camera Roll” trend responds to polished, AI-slick visuals by using more tangible and human design elements.” These images are characterized by added grain and texture, harsh flash, and movements or compositions that make it seem as if the image is accidental. These images seem personal and can make a person (or brand) seem more down-to-earth and approachable.
Key elements of the Candid Camera Roll design trend include:
- Grainy film photography, light leaks, and faded colors
- Cropped frames that cut off subjects unexpectedly, creating a candid feel
- Flash photography to emphasize rawness over polished visuals
- Hand-drawn design details like scrawled captions, doodles, or underlined words
- Causal amateur snapshots with carefully chosen typefaces to create dynamism
- Everyday objects, like half-finished drinks, discarded clothes, and messy tables, become nostalgic storytelling devices
Credit: https://www.vistaprint.com/hub/graphic-design-trends?srsltid=AfmBOorCAZE5hmJsd1HVJiL30wFMJPBJpNU4OG3bUw0gQ-XeHYcY8tqc#candid-camera-roll