# Teen Vagabond Captures Aaron Ryan Captures Troubled Hipster Portraits By Sophia Pelka | Published 2012-01-23 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aaron-ryan References: [aaronryanphoto.blogspot](http://aaronryanphoto.blogspot.com/2012/01/stevie-colby-httpwwwtheones2watchcomnew.html) & [theones2watch](http://www.theones2watch.com/newwave/7239) These portraits by Aaron Ryan are fierce and full of attitude. The photographs personify small-town rebellion. The model holds a pissed-off look throughout the series, evoking an angst energy. The composition of the portraits is subtle, yet deeply complex. The washed-out techniques applied give the photographs a personality. The artistic direction of model Stevie Colby within the scenes loudly exudes the "I don't care" attitude. Colby also gives the [punk persona](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diary-1999) of the series an innocent vibe with his sulky pout. Aaron Ryan is an up and coming artist. Self-taught, he learned the power of photography after growing up [shooting skateboarders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/united-through-skateboarding) in Buffalo, NY. Ryan's street-weary roots show through in his 'Hometown Glory' portraits. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.4/10 - Popularity: 85% | Activity: 70% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/stylephotography) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Fierce Portraits:** Capture the raw and intense emotions of individuals to create powerful portraits. - **Small-town Rebellion:** Explore the rebellious and anti-establishment attitudes of young people from small towns. - **Washed-out Techniques:** Experiment with washed-out photography techniques to create unique and personality-filled images. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Art Photography:** Art photographers can utilize fierce portraits to convey powerful messages and evoke emotions in their audience. - **Fashion Photography:** Fashion photographers can incorporate small-town rebellion themes and attitudes into their work for edgier and more authentic campaigns. - **Experimental Photography:** Experiment with washed-out techniques in photography to create visually striking and unconventional images that push artistic boundaries. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Public Art Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paul-anthony-smith.md) - [Elevated Basics Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aaron-levine.md) - [AI-Generated Poetic Photo Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emilio-alarcn.md) - [Skateboard-Themed Photography Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rabbit-hole-1.md) - [Hipster Era Photography Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-cobrasnake-y2ks-archive.md) - [Miniature Artful Hip-Hop Landmarks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/danny-cortes.md) - [Skateboarding Heritage Collection](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/united-through-skateboarding.md) - [Human Duality-Themed Abstract Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/passive-aggression.md) - [Avant-Garde Street Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/day-3-capsule-2.md)