# Camera-Tricked Action Shots Matej Peljhan's 2D Photos Tell Heartfelt Tale of an Extraordinary Boy By Kyle Towers | Published 2013-04-19 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2d-photos References: [petapixel](http://petapixel.com/2013/04/15/photog-uses-his-imagination-to-bring-joy-to-boy-with-muscular-dystrophy/) & [mate.1x](http://mate.1x.com/) These 2D photos by Matej Peljhan depict a boy in a flat universe. Through careful and clever setup and delivery, Matej has achieved a variety of playful and fun settings. The story behind this photo series is very powerful. A boy named Luka wanted to be depicted walking and exploring in photographs. Unfortunately for Luka, he has a degenerative disease known as muscular dystrophy and has trouble partaking in such activities. Matej decided to give him his wish with a creative twist in making the images look like they are two-dimensional. The 2D photos of Luka include action shots of him playing basketball, skateboarding and even scuba diving. I'd say Matej delivered what Luka wanted and more. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.9/10 - Popularity: 59% | Activity: 51% | Freshness: 8% ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/photography) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **2D Photography:** Using inventive techniques to create 2D photos with a storytelling twist. - **Interactive Portraits:** Creating immersive and playful experiences through interactive photography. - **Empathetic Innovation:** Using innovative approaches to bring joy and fulfillment to individuals with disabilities. ### Who This Affects Most - **Photography:** Exploring new methods and techniques to create captivating and innovative photographs. - **Entertainment:** Enhancing the audience experience through interactive and immersive storytelling methods. - **Healthcare:** Developing innovative solutions to improve the quality of life for individuals with disabilities. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Paper Curvature Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paper-curves.md) - [Multi-Lens Capture Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moon-walker-multi-cam.md) - [Skateboard-Themed Photography Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rabbit-hole-1.md) - [Child-Friendly Camera Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/camera-for-kids.md) - [3D-Printed Flip Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stl-sculptures.md) - [AI-Generated Poetic Photo Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emilio-alarcn.md) - [Social Experiment Virtual Apartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uncanny-spaces.md) - [Imperfect Photography Celebrations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nonnas-cam.md) - [Photographer-Collab Card Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artiste-series.md) - [Geometric Sculpture Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/illusion-box.md)