# Ethereal Female Portraits Alessio Albi Captures Dramatic Photos of Women in Natural Surroundings By Meghan Young | Published 2015-06-16 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alessio-albi References: [mymodernmet](http://www.mymodernmet.com/profiles/blogs/alessio-albi-portraits) & [facebook](https://www.facebook.com/pages/Alessio-Albi-Photography/242068739307747) Alessio Albi is a photographer who clearly believes in magic. He turns all of his models into forest deities and nymphs by capturing them not only in gorgeous natural surroundings, but as serene beings who are otherworldly in and of themselves. Dramatic and sometimes moody, ethereal and certainly romantic, Alessio Albi imbues each image with a surreal element that is nevertheless part of the real world. What truly makes Alessio Albi's work notable is the way he uses grass, plants and other vegetation to frame each shot. My Modern Met writes, "Despite his penchant for [visual drama](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alessandro-micheles), the gifted artist never overdoes it. His [portraits appear simple and refined](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portraitia), yet intriguing at the same time. The women in his shots are not merely pretty faces. They add value to each portrait through the emotions they convey." ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.2/10 - Popularity: 94% | Activity: 83% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% 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) > [Photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/stylephotography) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Magical Portraiture:** Creating ethereal and dramatic portraits of women in natural surroundings, there is an opportunity for photographers to experiment with magical aesthetics. - **Nature-inspired Themes:** Using grass, plants, and vegetation to frame photographs, there is potential for artists to explore nature-inspired themes in their work. - **Emotional Storytelling:** By capturing models who convey emotions and add value to each portrait, photographers can create compelling and emotionally resonant narratives. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Photography:** The photography industry can embrace magical portraiture to offer customers unique and captivating visuals. - **Art:** Artists can explore nature-inspired themes to create visually stunning and thought-provoking pieces in various mediums. - **Fashion:** Incorporating emotional storytelling in fashion photography can enhance branding and create a stronger connection with consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Painting-Immersive Photo Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-ground-exhibition.md) - [AI-Generated Real-World Transformations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-generated-world.md) - [Chalk Streams Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/british-conceptual-landscape-photographer.md) - [Ethereal Light Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peter-kovacsy.md) - [AI-Generated Self-Portraits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/persona-ai.md) - [AI-Powered Portrait Studios](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-powered-portrait-studio.md) - [Agriculturally Inspired Art Projects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/farming-photographs.md) - [AI Travel Photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/epic-ai-travel-photos.md) - [Unretouched Photography Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dove-reimagine-beauty.md)