# Superimposed Shape Photography This Aakash Nihalani Photography Set Challenges Reality By Jana Pijak | Published 2014-09-24 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Aakash-Nihalani-Photography References: [thisiscolossal](http://www.thisiscolossal.com/2014/06/people-skewered-with-geometric-shapes-by-aakash-nihalani/) & [eyescreamsunday](http://www.eyescreamsunday.com/) This Aakash Nihalani photography series plays with the perception of its viewers. The artist's latest project captures human subjects who are superimposed with a number of geometric and floating shapes. These shapes are displayed in a palette of highlighter hues and appear to be moving through one's body. They are shown in perspective and appear three-dimensional. Conceptual and [optical illusion images](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/optical-flow) are brought to life in this Aakash Nihalani photography set. The series brings together multiple subjects through [geometric shapes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mathematically-shaped) that appear to pierce through their bodies and clothing. This cleverly photo-shopped series is a fun departure from the artist's better known works that include [geometric wall graphics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/immersive-surfaces), created using a medium of colored tape strips. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.1/10 - Popularity: 40% | Activity: 14% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Conceptual Photography:** Exploring the use of superimposed shapes to challenge reality and create optical illusions in photography. - **Geometric Art:** Incorporating geometric shapes into visual art to create unique compositions and perspectives. - **Visual Illusion:** Using illusion techniques in photography to manipulate viewers' perceptions and create intriguing visual effects. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Art and Design:** The art and design industry can explore the use of superimposed shapes to push the boundaries of traditional photography and create innovative visual experiences. - **Advertising and Marketing:** Brands can incorporate geometric art and visual illusions in their advertising campaigns to capture attention and create memorable brand experiences. - **Fashion and Apparel:** Fashion brands can experiment with the use of superimposed shapes in their campaigns, adding a unique visual element to their clothing and accessories. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Blurry Abstract Photography Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/optical-allusion.md) - [Paper Curvature Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paper-curves.md) - [Artful Suspended Fashion Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/invisible-figures.md) - [Painting-Immersive Photo Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-ground-exhibition.md) - [Geometric Sculpture Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/illusion-box.md) - [Illusion-Inspired Design Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ripples-collection.md) - [Statement Street Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/surreal-street-art-1.md) - [Shadow-Inspired Trays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lightware-series.md) - [Optical Illusion Replica Artworks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/liberty-science-center.md)