# Avian Makeup Aaron McPolin 'Birdy' & 'Colour' Series Showcases Artistic Beauty Shots By Marissa Brassfield | Published 2009-11-29 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aaron-mcpolin References: [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/Gallery/birdy/356604) & [bit.ly](http://bit.ly/77zGiR) After coming across the photography portfolio of Aaron McPolin yesterday, I couldn't resist sharing more shots of this talented artist. In the first series, 'Birdy,' the [model's makeup](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/palettes-of-beautifying-eye-trends) is matched perfectly to the [pet bird](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/animal-intelligence) that sits dotingly on her shoulder. The images that follow are from 'Color,' and showcase a winter-themed makeup look and a spring-themed makeup look, respectively. While the makeup alone is cause for celebration, it's Aaron McPolin's expert ability to capture each shot in a way that does both model and makeup justice that I'm most impressed by. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.1/10 - Popularity: 72% | Activity: 74% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Cosmetics](https://www.trendhunter.com/cosmetics) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Artistic Makeup:** Disruptive innovation opportunities in creating new makeup products and techniques that blend artistry and beauty. - **Nature-inspired Makeup:** Disruptive innovation opportunities in developing makeup products and looks inspired by elements of nature. - **Photography in Makeup:** Disruptive innovation opportunities in using photography to enhance and showcase makeup artistry. ### Who This Affects Most - **Beauty and Cosmetics:** Disruptive innovation opportunities in the beauty and cosmetics industry to create unique and artistic makeup products. - **Fashion Photography:** Disruptive innovation opportunities in the fashion photography industry to create innovative shot compositions that highlight makeup artistry. - **Art and Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunities in the art and design industry to create new collaborations between artists, makeup artists, and photographers to produce visually stunning images. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Intricate Fairytale-Like Makeup Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/four-essential-sets.md) - [Mermaid-Inspired Makeup Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shells-jewel-collection.md) - [Sculptural Beauty Palettes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contour-and-highlight-palettes.md) - [Vibrant Bird-Inspired Artful Puzzles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/macar-parrot.md) - [Pride-Honoring Bird Figurines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pride-birds.md) - [Color-Centric Makeup Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/color-elfnalysis.md) - [Striking Urban Wildlife Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clare-allin.md) - [Fairytale-Inspired Beauty Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fairytales-collection.md) - [Celeb-Approved Cosmetic Bundles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kevyn-aucoin-beauty.md)