# Domestic Dilemma Photography The Ben Sandler Series Portrays Household Problems By Carly Foy | Published 2011-04-14 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ben-sandler References: [photodonuts](http://www.photodonuts.com/ben-sandler) & [cargocollective](http://cargocollective.com/bensandler) Isreali-American photographer Ben Sandler has the creative eye for photographing everyday activities with a bit of a twist. Ben Sandler's photographs are unique in the sense that they showcase the [inner workings of a house](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-objects-we-live-by). The viewer sees ordinary men and women doing simple tasks with a little bit of mayhem mixed in; something causes chaos in each photo such as the vacuum syphoning up the curtains, or someone forgetting to put on the lid of a blender. These photographs are beautiful in execution and can be found symbolic of the idea that behind close doors, not everything is perfect. Ben Sandler is able to capture those moments -- regardless of being staged or not -- at the perfect time, making his photographs amazingly unique to the viewer. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.9/10 - Popularity: 81% | Activity: 59% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Disrupted Domestic Photography:** Opportunity to explore unconventional approaches to photographing domestic scenes, capturing the chaotic and imperfect moments. - **Imperfection Aesthetics:** Opportunity to embrace imperfection and create visually striking photographs that challenge traditional notions of household perfection. - **Symbolic Photography:** Opportunity to use photography as a medium to convey deeper meanings and messages about the imperfect nature of everyday life. ### Where This Applies - **Photography:** Opportunity for photographers to experiment with unconventional themes and subjects, catering to a growing demand for unique and thought-provoking visuals. - **Home Décor:** Opportunity to incorporate unconventional and thought-provoking photography into home decor products, tapping into the trend of embracing imperfection and authenticity. - **Marketing and Advertising:** Opportunity to use symbolic and disrupted domestic photography as a powerful storytelling tool in marketing campaigns, connecting with consumers on a deeper emotional level. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Aesthetic Home Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ilan-collection.md) - [Photography Project Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/still-life-1.md) - [Life Mess-Honoring Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/imperfect-home.md) - [Miniaturized Product Art Photographs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/small-muji.md) - [Imperfect Photography Celebrations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nonnas-cam.md) - [Blurry Abstract Photography Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/optical-allusion.md) - [Upcycled Object Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nendo-and-daniel-arsham.md) - [Disaster-Striken New Furniture Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/future-perfect.md) - [Daily Ritual Objects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/routines-collection.md)