# Crook Kidtography Alex Bartsch Captures Candid Gangster Shots from Around the World By Meghan Young | Published 2010-08-29 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alex-bartsch References: [lifelounge](http://www.lifelounge.com/photography/gallery/alex-bartsch-gully-side-photography.aspx) & [alexanderbartsch.blogspot](http://alexanderbartsch.blogspot.com) I don't think people will ever get sick of seeing [candid shots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hong-kongmorning) from [seedier societies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oasis-photography-exhibition) such as those in Alex Bartsch's photography. There's something equally heartbreaking and hardening about them, and the series appeals to both sides of our humanity. Although Alex Bartsch is based in London, he travels extensively to document these gullies all over the world. See a small sample of his photography above. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.1/10 - Popularity: 72% | Activity: 42% | 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 - **Candid Society Photography:** There is an opportunity for more photographers to capture the grittier side of life in different countries and showcase them to the world. - **Documentary Travel Photography:** More photographers can travel to less explored parts of the world and capture moments of everyday life that showcase a different perspective. - **Street and Gangster Photography:** There is an opportunity to capture candid portraits of gang members and people living in the streets and showcase the unseen side of society. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Photography:** Photography industry can create platforms for more photographers to showcase their candid photography from societies across the world. - **Travel and Tourism:** Travel and tourism industry can promote responsible tourism that encourages people to explore less explored parts of the world and gain a new perspective. - **Art and Culture:** Art and culture industry can hold exhibitions showcasing the beauty and realities of different societies captured by candid photographers like Alex Bartsch. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Public Art Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paul-anthony-smith.md) - [Hipster Era Photography Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-cobrasnake-y2ks-archive.md) - [Skateboard-Themed Photography Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rabbit-hole-1.md) - [Statement Street Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/surreal-street-art-1.md) - [Miniature Artful Hip-Hop Landmarks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/danny-cortes.md) - [AI-Generated Poetic Photo Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emilio-alarcn.md) - [Imperfect Photography Celebrations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nonnas-cam.md) - [Photography Project Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/still-life-1.md) - [Striking Urban Wildlife Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clare-allin.md)