# Dismal Urbantography Stephan Faerber's Haunting Black & White Cityscapes By Venessa Fisher | Published 2010-01-21 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Stephan-Faerber References: [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/stephanfaerber) Minneapolis-based photographer Stephan Faerber shows the city’s true colors in these beautiful [black and white shots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/profiles-in-color) of the urban cityscape. Stephan Faerber gets up close and personal with photos of some [incredible old buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/humanise-wall), truly bringing their unique history to life. Other shots include the classic New York city taxi cab and world famous San Francisco residences. Check out Faerber’s [gritty city dwelling photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/surreal-street-art-1) above. **Implications** - No longer satisfied with art that is just pleasing to the eye, consumers are looking for more stimulation. Designs that are challenging in some way appeal to audiences who desire a discussion from the pieces they look at. Companies could hone in on this need for a deeper meaning to please more customers. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 71% | Activity: 14% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/architecture) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Black-and-white Photography:** Opportunity for photographers and artists to explore the timeless beauty and unique perspectives of urban cityscapes. - **Historical Architectural Photography:** Potential for photographers to capture the rich history and character of old buildings, creating engaging visual narratives. - **Gritty Aesthetic:** Chances for artists and designers to push boundaries, creating thought-provoking pieces that challenge and stimulate audiences. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Photography:** Photographers can leverage the trend of black-and-white and historical architectural photography to cater to a growing audience. - **Art and Design:** The demand for challenging and gritty aesthetics presents an opportunity for artists and designers to create impactful and meaningful works. - **Tourism and Travel:** Cities with rich historical architecture can promote themselves as destinations for photography enthusiasts interested in capturing unique urban cityscapes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Public Art Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paul-anthony-smith.md) - [Photograph-Centric Museums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/photography-seoul-museum-of-art.md) - [Digital City-Inspired Art Works](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grand-central-station.md) - [AI-Generated Real-World Transformations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-generated-world.md) - [Laser-Cut Urban Artistry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/laser-cut-city-maps.md) - [Spray Can Fragrances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/step-aboard.md) - [Industrial Architecture-Themed Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/industrial-archaeology.md) - [AI-Generated Poetic Photo Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emilio-alarcn.md) - [Gallery-Like Elevated Retail Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leica-store-gallery.md)