# Adolescent Capture Parents turn to photography to add cultural diversity to youthful engagement. By [Tana Makmanee](https://www.trendhunter.com/tmak), SVP, Research Services at Trend Hunter | Published Apr 17, 2014 | Category: [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/life-stages) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/adolescent-capture ## Key Figures - Trend score: 3.1/10 - Evidence articles: 5 ## What is the Adolescent Capture trend? **Adolescent Capture:** While technological devices provide convenient sources of entertainment for kids, the indoor usage of gadgets often halts youths from experiencing more diverse, outdoor endeavors. Seeking alternative sources of play, parents are turning to youthful photography devices to combine high-tech engagement with the need for more culturally diverse activities. Exposing children to more mature, adult activities reflects a need for more independent, and stimulating methods of interaction. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 5 featured examples - Articles from: Oct 16, 2012 to Dec 20, 2013 - Published: Apr 17, 2014 - Patterns: [Cyclicality](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/cyclicality), [Redirection](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/redirection) - Megatrends: [Gamification](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/gamification), [Youthfulness](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/youthfulness), [Personalization](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/personalization) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Alpha, Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Examples of the Adolescent Capture trend 5 featured examples from Oct 16, 2012 to Dec 20, 2013. - [Collective Experience Photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheese-camera): The Cheese Camera Captures Glimpses Through Creative Kids' Eyes (Category: Tech) Implication: Exploring innovative ways to engage users and enhance the photography experience, especially for children. - [Kiddie 3D Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moidoi-camera): The Moidoi Camera Encourages Fun Through Photographic Exploration (Category: Tech) Implication: The Moidoi Camera's 3D capabilities present opportunities for photographers to explore new visual storytelling techniques. - [Playfully Petite Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miniature-camera): This Miniature Camera by Lomography Takes Colorful Pictures (Category: Tech) Implication: The photography industry should focus on creating more playful and unique camera options that offer both style and function. - [LEGO-Like Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chobi-cam-block): Chobi Cam Block Lets You Snap and Shoot in Monochromatic and Color (Category: Life-Stages) Implication: In the photography industry, there is an opportunity to develop and market stackable cameras, specifically targeting children and offering multi-functional features. - [DIY Digital Camera Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/build-your-own-camera): Build Your Own Camera with the Educational Bigshot Set (Category: Art & Design) Implication: The photography industry has opportunity to disrupt and innovate by incorporating DIY camera-building kits as a way to engage and educate consumers while also fostering a sense of… ## Themes within the Adolescent Capture trend ### Youthful Photography Devices Parents are turning to youthful photography devices to combine high-tech engagement with the need for more culturally diverse activities. ### DIY Camera Kits DIY camera kits make for great educational tools that teach basic concepts while also being a fun activity to do. ### Collective Experience Photography Photography is becoming more about sharing; the Cheese Camera concept is based on this idea and encourages playful photo galleries among children. ## What the Adolescent Capture trend means for industry ### For Toy Industry The use of toy-like cameras that are both educational and entertaining is a potential disruptive innovation opportunity for the toy industry. ### For Education Industry DIY camera kits provide a unique opportunity for the education industry to integrate fun hands-on activities that promote learning about basic concepts of digital cameras. ### For Photography Industry The trend towards collective experience photography and sharing of photos by youth can create disruptive innovation opportunities in the photography industry. ## Trend signals for Adolescent Capture Trend score 3.1 out of 10, from popularity 52%, activity 31%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 52% - Activity: 31% - Freshness: 8% ## Recent trend clusters - [Routine Compression](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/protein-powder-with-fiber) (Lifestyle) - [Player Imprints](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/athlete-inspired-shoes) (Fashion) - [Absorption Stacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/mitochondrial-support-capsules) (Lifestyle) - [Release Theater](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/themed-whiskey-releases) (Lifestyle) ## Trending in Life-Stages - [Hand-Drawn Animation Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hand-drawn-animation-kits) - [Concert-Themed LEGO Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/concert-themed-lego-sets) - [Fan Designed Movie Spacecraft](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fan-designed-movie-spacecraft) - [Art-Inspired Brick Builds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/art-inspired-brick-builds) All articles: [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages)