# Deviant Relationship Shoots 'Bizarre Love' by Arman Zhenikeyev Shows a Peculiar Romance By Marissa Brassfield | Published 2010-09-13 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bizarre-love-by-arman-zhenikeyev References: [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/gallery/Bizarre-love/695871) & [novic.me](http://www.novic.me/) Avant-garde photography always fascinates me, and the [odd, purple-haired protagonist](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shapes-we-take) in 'Bizarre Love' by Arman Zhenikeyev is nothing if not [avant-garde](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/avantgarde-fragrance). He pursues his lady love in the middle of a fallow field; eventually, she acquiesces to his advances. The lead image above is actually the last one in the set, so keep that in mind as you view 'Bizarre Love' by Arman Zhenikeyev. **Implications** - The rest of the images in the series tell a fascinating and captivating story of [unconventional romance](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crush-feelings) that is dark and enthralling. Zhenikeyev's masterpiece uses little color to create an ambiance that is eerie and weird. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.5/10 - Popularity: 98% | Activity: 89% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% 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) > [Modern](https://www.trendhunter.com/modern) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Avant-garde Photography:** Opportunities to push the boundaries of traditional photography with unique and unconventional concepts. - **Unconventional Romance:** Innovations in storytelling and portrayal of love that break away from traditional norms and explore taboo topics. - **Minimalist Color Schemes:** Creating powerful and entrancing visual narratives through the strategic use of limited color palettes. ### Who This Affects Most - **Photography:** Opportunities for photographers to experiment with avant-garde concepts in their work and offer clients unconventional creative options. - **Art:** Opportunities for artists to explore unconventional expressions of love and relationships in their creations. - **Fashion:** Innovations in fashion design that embrace non-traditional elements and push the boundaries of what is considered fashionable and acceptable. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Unique Artistic Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amusebouche.md) - [Cinematic Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alessandro-micheles.md) - [AI-Generated Poetic Photo Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emilio-alarcn.md) - [Offbeat Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/asos-inspired-by.md) - [AI-Inspired Fantastical Bridal Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fantastical-bridal-collection.md) - [Non-Traditional Wedding Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ssense-bridal-20.md) - [Provocative Guerrilla Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mwcurated.md) - [Unconventional Foodie Magazines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/food-magazine.md) - [Handmade Dating App Ads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/get-paired-with-paird.md)