# Gritty City Photography Alain Levitt Captures Street Life in NYC By Meghan Young | Published 2010-09-07 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alain-levitt References: [lifelounge](http://www.lifelounge.com/photography/gallery/alain-levitt-downtown-photography.aspx) & [alainlevittphotos.blogspot](http://alainlevittphotos.blogspot.com/) Considering the size of New York City, there are bound to be some interesting characters and situations to document -- a task which [photographer](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-leica-lux-app) Alain Levitt seems to have gladly undertaken. Focusing mainly on the [downtown core](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chess-nyc), he has captured everything from Barbie wannabes to cops and chickens. Originally based in Los Angeles, Alain Levitt has honed his knack for finding [intriguing shots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/all-within-the-detour) that seem spontaneous. His skill with a camera makes for great composition and subject matter. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.5/10 - Popularity: 99% | Activity: 88% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - 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 ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Street Photography:** There is a demand for candid and spontaneous photography capturing the essence of street life in urban areas like New York City. - **Documentary Photography:** Photographers like Alain Levitt are exploring the art of documenting real-life situations and characters in major cities, providing a unique perspective. - **Urban Culture Photography:** Photographers are delving into the diverse urban cultures of cities like New York, capturing the vibrant energy and unique personalities. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Photography:** Innovative photographers have the opportunity to create a niche in the market by specializing in street and documentary photography, catering to the demand for authentic captures. - **Art:** Artists and galleries can explore the exhibition and sale of street photography, tapping into the growing interest in capturing urban culture. - **Media and Publishing:** Magazines, websites, and publishing companies can showcase and publish street photography to provide a fresh and engaging perspective on urban life. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Public Art Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paul-anthony-smith.md) - [Miniature Artful Hip-Hop Landmarks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/danny-cortes.md) - [British Youth-Culture Photography Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/home-and-away.md) - [Striking Urban Wildlife Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clare-allin.md) - [AI-Generated Poetic Photo Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emilio-alarcn.md) - [Photography Project Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/still-life-1.md) - [Statement Street Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/surreal-street-art-1.md) - [Painting-Immersive Photo Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-ground-exhibition.md) - [Gallery-Like Elevated Retail Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leica-store-gallery.md)