# Surreal Model Photography Ahmad Barber's Blake Ballard Image Series Features Abstract Makeup By Jana Pijak | Published 2015-06-01 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/abstract-makeup References: [fuckingyoung.es](http://fuckingyoung.es/tim/) & [ahmadbarber.co](http://www.ahmadbarber.co/) Blake Ballard models abstract makeup looks for F****** Young! Online's latest exclusive. The newcomer from Ursula Wieldmann agency is captured by photographer Ahmad Barber's lens and is outfitted by wardrobe stylist Kwame Waters. Blake poses in a wardrobe that matches his abstract makeup and dons floral tops that are paired with matching face adornments. The model also pulls off [army-inspired menswear staples](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skylrk-camo) and sticker-constructed garments that are more conceptual in their feel. This editorial's abstract makeup is the work of beauty artist MARAZ who showcases his artistic talent. Contrary to past seasons, makeup artistry has become more elaborate and is no longer geared toward minimalism. In addition to feminine cosmetics, [men's makeup](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-beaut-louis-vuitton-campaign) is on the rise and is more artful than ever before. Image Credit: Ahmad Barber ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.9/10 - Popularity: 91% | Activity: 78% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% 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 - **Elaborate Makeup Artistry:** The rise of elaborate makeup artistry is providing opportunities for beauty brands to innovate and create more artistic and expressive cosmetic products. - **Men's Makeup Revolution:** The growing popularity of men's makeup presents opportunities for brands to tap into this emerging market and develop inclusive and gender-neutral beauty products. - **Conceptual Fashion:** The trend towards conceptual fashion opens doors for designers to create avant-garde and boundary-pushing garments that align with artistic makeup looks. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Beauty and Cosmetics:** The beauty and cosmetics industry can capitalize on the trend of elaborate makeup artistry by developing innovative and artistic cosmetic products. - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can align with the trend of conceptual fashion by designing avant-garde garments that complement artistic makeup looks. - **Advertising and Marketing:** The advertising and marketing industry can seize the opportunity presented by the men's makeup revolution by creating inclusive and diverse campaigns that cater to this emerging market. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Surrealist Beauty Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toiletpaper-magazine.md) - [British Singer-Starred Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jw-anderson-4.md) - [Cinematic Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alessandro-micheles.md) - [Made-for-Men Makeup Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nunorm.md) - [Edgy Cruelty-Free Cosmetics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barry-m-beauty.md) - [Artful Camo Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skylrk-camo.md) - [Stylish Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stylish-fashion-campaigns-marc-jacobs-unveils-its-spring-2025-marcworld-cam.md) - [Concept Eyewear Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bouquet-collection-1.md) - [Body Paint Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miley-cyrus-maison-margiela.md)