# Abandoned Coastal Captures Ben Sasso's Photography is Full of Carefree Summer Ensembles By Emily Evans | Published 2011-07-20 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ben-sasso-s-photography References: [whitezine](http://www.whitezine.com/en/photography/ben-sasso.html) & [bensasso](http://bensasso.com/index.php?splash=1) Some of the best [summer photographs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/golden-hour-getaway-collection) exude a carefree aura, and Ben Sasso's photography certainly seems to do just that. Ben Sasso is a photographer who resides in St. Augustine, Florida. Considering how he's only 22 years old, many may feel that he is a newbie to the photographic game; however, a mere glance at some of Ben Sasso's photography would may have you thinking otherwise. Through utilizing his friends as muses, Sasso takes advantage of his close relationships and it certainly shows on camera. A close connection can be felt within each of his shots, which feature [stunning Californian backdrops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/profiles-in-color). This photographer is certainly one to look out for in the future! **Implications** - Photographers who use [personal friends as their muses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artiste-series) capitalize on their connections, which can undoubtedly in turn be felt within each of their captures. In this unstable economy, all small businesses looking to cut costs should consider tapping into their connections when selecting models for product promotions. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.4/10 - Popularity: 96% | Activity: 88% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% 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 ### What's Driving This Trend - **Carefree Summer Photography:** Creating a relaxed atmosphere in photography can be achieved by using personal connections, like friends as muses, to capture stunning moments. - **Utilizing Personal Connections in Small Businesses:** Small businesses can save costs and create personal connections by using personal connections when selecting models for product promotions. - **Talented Young Photographers:** Talented young photographers like Ben Sasso prove that age is just a number and that great work can be created at any age. ### Who This Affects Most - **Photography:** Photographers can consider using personal connections to create better relationships with their subjects and achieve better results. - **Small Business:** Small businesses can reduce costs by using personal connections as models in product promotions. - **Artist Management:** Artists can benefit from using personal connections as muses to create more authentic and emotive work. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Summer-Inspired Photo Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/summer-dreaming-collection.md) - [Brand Photography Marketplaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vsco.md) - [Chief Creative Photographer Jobs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grand-wailea.md) - [Image-Sharing Social Applications](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lapse-1.md) - [British Youth-Culture Photography Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/home-and-away.md) - [Creative Photo Communities](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hipstamatic.md) - [Location-Based Photo Sharing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/personalized-picture-albums.md) - [AI-Powered Portrait Studios](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-powered-portrait-studio.md) - [Photographic Winery Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/winery-experience.md)