# Dilapidated Building Dance Recitals Alexey Novikov Captures a Ballerina in an Abandoned Edifice By Marissa Brassfield | Published 2009-07-25 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alexey-novikov-dance References: [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/Gallery/Dance-session-one/272707) & [velocityzen.2dubs](http://velocityzen.2dubs.com/) There’s something pure and beautiful about a ballerina; perhaps that’s why Alexey Novikov’s ‘Dance Session One’ photo set is so powerful. Novikov’s shoot takes place in an abandoned building. The ballerina’s white tutu, leotard and tights only add to her innocence—especially when she’s surrounded by decay, peeling paint and other detritus. We’ve seen a number of [photo shoots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/all-within-the-detour) that aim to showcase the eerie inherent beauty of [decay and abandonment](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alan-prekop-studio). Check out some of my favorite pieces that follow this theme below. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.9/10 - Popularity: 64% | Activity: 44% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/architecture) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Decay Photography:** Capture the beauty of decay and abandonment in photography. - **Dance in Unexpected Spaces:** Explore the artistic expression of dance in unconventional locations. - **Contrasting Elements:** Highlight the contrast between elegance and decay in visual arts. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Photography:** Opportunity for photographers to showcase the beauty of decay and abandonment. - **Performing Arts:** Explore the potential of using unconventional spaces for dance performances. - **Art and Design:** Create art that juxtaposes elegance and decay to evoke thought-provoking emotions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Gracefully Dynamic Skyscrapers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bond-tower.md) - [Endurance Tap Dance Performances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/endurance-tap-dance.md) - [Industrial-Themed Dance Theaters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sadlers-wells.md) - [Ballet-Inspired Altheticwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/en-pointe-collection.md) - [Explosion-Damaged Sculpture Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/light-into-darkness.md) - [Inflatable Vibrant Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/forest-dancer.md) - [Ballet-Inspired Split-Toe Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-rift-black-swan.md) - [Compact Sewing Studios](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nouvelle-danse.md) - [Dancing NFT Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/natyaverse.md)