# Celebrated Struggle Dark issues become a source of entertainment to open up societal discussion. By [Michael Hemsworth](https://www.trendhunter.com/Michael.Hemsworth), Contributing Researcher | Published May 21, 2014 | Category: [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/modern-art-and-design-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/celebrated-struggle ## Key Figures - Trend score: 3.5/10 - Evidence articles: 6 ## What is the Celebrated Struggle trend? **Celebrated Struggle:** Life struggles have transitioned from being private to something spoken about openly, which has augmented what would've once been morbid or uncouth to discuss, to being celebrated. This collective shift denotes a need for transparency, but also that the consumer mindset has evolved to require the whole story for a viable connection to be forged. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 6 featured examples - Articles from: Jul 11, 2013 to Apr 30, 2014 - Published: May 21, 2014 - Patterns: [Divergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/divergence) - Megatrends: [Authenticity](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/authenticity) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Themes within the Celebrated Struggle trend ### Emotional Transparency The need for transparency surrounding once taboo topics has become normalized, leading to a generation of creators producing content that touches on dark and personal themes. ### Realistic and Gritty Art Artists are creating realistic and gritty illustrations depicting death and the macabre in ways that combine artistry with shock value, engaging audiences. ### Celebrating Life and Death Photographers and artists are finding ways to celebrate life and death by paying tribute to dead and dying creatures, using their art to immortalize their existence. ## What the Celebrated Struggle trend means for industry ### For Art and Design The art and design space has shifted to include and celebrate darker realities, opening the door for works that blend beautiful aesthetics with morbid themes. ### For Media and Entertainment As people become more comfortable with talking about once taboo topics, media and entertainment professionals have shifted their focus to visually and emotionally engaging content that touches on these realities. ### For Wellness and Psychology With emotional transparency becoming more normalized, there is a major opportunity for the wellness and psychology industries to reflect this in their programming and messaging by featuring elements of healing and catharsis. ## Trend signals for Celebrated Struggle Trend score 3.5 out of 10, from popularity 43%, activity 54%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 43% - Activity: 54% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Celebrated Struggle trend 6 featured examples from Jul 11, 2013 to Apr 30, 2014. - [AIDS-Revealing Portraits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adrain-chesser): Adrain Chesser Captures Loved Ones' Reactions to His Tragic News (Category: Fashion) Implication: Photographers using innovative ways to capture authentic emotions. - [Poignant Dead Animal Photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/down-to-sleep-by-emma-kisiel): Down to Sleep by Emma Kisiel Captures Deceased Wildlife (Category: Fashion) Implication: The photography industry can leverage the trend of portraying deceased wildlife to create emotive and thought-provoking storytelling content for various purposes, including artist… - [Gruesomely Realistic Illustrations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brutal-art): Naoki Sasayama's Brutal Art is Both Grotesque and Awe-Inspiring (Category: Unique) Implication: Opportunity for media companies to create realistic death depictions in movies and television shows, creating a new level of realism. - [Whimsical Nightmare Illustrations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daniel-zender): Daniel Zender Illustrates Your Subconscious (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: Artists and designers can tap into the demand for nightmare-themed art by creating unique and visually striking pieces. - [Emotive Reincarnation Illustrations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alessia-iannetti): Alessia Iannetti Painted an Incredible Transformation (Category: Art & Design) Implication: There is potential for disruptive innovation in the art and design industry by exploring new mediums, techniques, and technologies that enhance the emotive and transformative aspe… - [Glorified Roadkill Captures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/at-rest): The 'At Rest' Series Features Animals Memorialized Where They Lay (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Opportunity for photographers to create art that challenges perspectives and sparks conversations. ## Recent trend clusters - [Oven Aesthetics](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/decorative-casserole-dishes) (Art & Design) - [Assisted Choices](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/weight-loss-medication-support) (Lifestyle) - [Storyline Sips](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/themed-drink-menus) (Lifestyle) - [Bedtime Cocoon](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/sleep-sensory-blocking) (Lifestyle) ## Trending in Art & Design - [Park-Model Tiny Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/park-model-tiny-homes) - [Handmade Craft Tradeshow Initiatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ny-now-handmade-division) - [Recycled Neon Light Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/encore-encore) - [Electrically Powered Airline Seats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/premium-economy-seat) All articles: [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign)