# Spherical Paint Photography Fabian Oefner's Black Hole Image Series Boasts Vibrant Hues By Jana Pijak | Published 2015-04-10 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-hole References: [sweet-station](http://sweet-station.com/blog/2015/04/black-hole-by-fabian-oefner/) & [behance.net](https://www.behance.net/gallery/7509061/Black-Hole) Fabian Oefner's 'Black Hole' photo series boasts [spherical paint strokes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/optical-flow) that are showcased in a palette of technicolored hues. Based in Zurich, Switzerland, the artist experiments with acrylic paint in a new way and dips his mixed medium on a metallic rod that he later connects to a drill. The result of his experimentation process is a set of high resolution portraits that capture paint while it is in motion. These images are eye-catching and sculptural, resembling [intricate string clusters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/painting-exhibition) or computerized compositions. Despite of their clean look, these striking images are carefully staged and require a complex process. Overall, Fabian Oefner's 'Black Hole' series captivates its viewer and is almost hypnotic in its visual aesthetic. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.7/10 - Popularity: 61% | Activity: 43% | 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) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Spherical Art Photography:** Innovative techniques in capturing art in motion can create visually striking and unique results. - **Acrylic and Metallic Mediums:** There is a growing interest in experimentation with new and unconventional ways of using acrylic and metallic mediums in art. - **High Resolution Portraiture:** The use of high resolution technology allows for detailed capture of art in motion, creating a new medium in itself. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fine Arts:** The use of unconventional mediums and techniques in art creation creates an opportunity for artists and galleries to showcase unique pieces to collectors. - **Photography:** There is a growing interest in capturing images of art in motion, paving the way for new photography practices and technologies. - **Technology:** The use of high resolution technology in art and photography creates a demand for advancements in this field. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [High-Frequency Paints](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yolo-paint.md) - [Cosmic Glass Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-hole-vase.md) - [Festive Light Painting Techniques](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/light-painting-1.md) - [Accessible Ultra-Black Paints](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stuart-semple-black-40.md) - [Physics-Informed Digital Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/motion-sculpture.md) - [3D-Printed Colorful Vessels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/olivier-van-herpt-1.md) - [Painting-Immersive Photo Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-ground-exhibition.md) - [Oil Painting-Inspired Rugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/antonio-santn.md) - [Wonderous Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/your-psychoacoustic-light-ensemble.md)