# Badass Rebeltography Wad/Lund Shoots a Series of Bad Boys & Girls at Play By Ryan Hinkson | Published 2010-03-22 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/badass-rebeltography References: [vectroave](http://vectroave.com/2010/02/wad-lund-photography/) & [wadlund](http://wadlund.com/home.aspx) Today it seems like the badder you are the better your rep. The dynamic photography duo of Wad and Elisabeth Lund, better known as Wad/Lund, knows how to place bad boys and girls in a great light. Their photos of [punk rockers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-war-of-the-three-kingdoms), [naughty girls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mariemurs-judge-me-guilty) and new age versions of Bonnie and Clyde capture the essence of being a rebel with grit and sincerity. No soft stuff here, it's all mean mugs and dangling cigarettes shot with [cinematic effect](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/polaroid-x-thrasher). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.5/10 - Popularity: 94% | Activity: 64% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Rebellious Aesthetics:** Opportunities for creating edgy and bold designs that cater to the growing demand for alternative and non-conformist forms of self-expression. - **Cinematic Portraiture:** Innovative ways of capturing and presenting images that emulate the dramatic and stylized visual language of films. - **Anti-establishment Narratives:** Creative approaches to telling stories that challenge established norms and values, appealing to audiences who seek non-mainstream content. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** Brand and apparel designers can tap into the increasing demand for bold and rebellious clothing that deviates from traditional fashion trends. - **Entertainment:** Movie and TV producers can create content that caters to audiences who appreciate cinematic visuals and narratives that celebrate non-conformity. - **Visual Arts:** Photographers, painters, and other visual artists can adopt a rebellious and gritty aesthetic in their work to stand apart from other artists and appeal to audiences looking for something new. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [British Youth-Culture Photography Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/home-and-away.md) - [Rockstar-Inspired Instant Film Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/for-the-rebel-rebels.md) - [Feminine Rebellion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/songs-of-siren.md) - [Cinematic Denim Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shaboozey-and-matty-matheson.md) - [Skateboard-Themed Photography Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rabbit-hole-1.md) - [Subculture-Themed Generational Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wildest-ones-yet.md) - [Graphic Artist-Collab Limited Beers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wasted-youth-and-budweiser.md) - [Illustrated Streetwear Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wasted-youth-x-tappei.md) - [Hipster Era Photography Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-cobrasnake-y2ks-archive.md)