# Acrobatic Ninja Art 'Air Hijackers' by Dani Shimoni Celebrates Movement & Stealth By Marissa Brassfield | Published 2010-06-06 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-hijackers-by-dani-shimoni References: [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/Gallery/Air-Hijackers/514067) & [danishimoni](http://www.danishimoni.com/) 'Air Hijackers' by Dani Shimoni is the sort of shoot that makes me wish I'd continued with gymnastics as a tot. The black-and-white shoot follows two [acrobatic dancers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/forest-dancer) jumping around in [black masks, leggings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ninja-suits) and even short tutus. While these models' movements are a beautiful art all their own, the way Shimoni has captured them is special as well. See more shots from 'Air Hijackers' by Dani Shimoni above. **Implications** - The [ninja for youth consumers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ninja-luxe-caf) represents a character that lives on the fringe and does not follow a traditional lifestyle. This demographic prizes an unconventional lifestyle that is altogether different from that of their parents. Companies need to be mindful of this fact in order to form a meaningful connection with this group. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.5/10 - Popularity: 32% | Activity: 6% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% 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 - **Acrobatic Dance:** Opportunity for companies to market products towards the growing interest and appreciation for unique forms of artistic expression. - **Ninja-themed Lifestyle:** Potential for businesses to create products and services aimed towards younger consumers seeking individuality and unconventional hobbies and interests. - **Athletic Aesthetics in Photography:** Opportunity for photographers and fashion brands to capitalize on the trend of showcasing physically demanding performances and fusing it with high fashion. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Performing Arts:** Acrobatic dance and other unique forms of artistic expression may continue to trend, increasing the demand for specialized studios, classes, and training programs. - **Fashion:** The overlap between athletic aesthetics and high fashion can provide opportunities for clothing and accessory brands to collaborate with photographers and performers for advertising campaigns. - **Entertainment:** There may be potential for TV shows and films featuring ninja-themed characters and storylines to capitalize on the growing interest in this type of lifestyle and entertainment among younger audiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Ballet-Inspired Split-Toe Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-rift-black-swan.md) - [Sculpted Denim Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anatomic-denim.md) - [Artist-Backed Breakdancing Sneaker](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jam-sneaker.md) - [Artful Suspended Fashion Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/invisible-figures.md) - [Art-Tech Zine Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/twentynine-zine.md) - [Martial Arts Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/taekwondo-f50-selene.md) - [Inflatable Vibrant Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/forest-dancer.md) - [Makeup Artist-Crafted Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-dn-silhouette.md) - [Artful Motion Toy Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nina-chanel-abney-bravo.md)