# Pinnacle Self-Portraits Blerta Zabergja Combines Her Love of Travel, Heights and Photography By Meghan Young | Published 2012-08-18 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blerta-zabergja References: [mymodernmet](http://www.mymodernmet.com/profiles/blogs/blerta-zabergja-in-love-with-the-top) & [blertaz.artistswanted.org](http://blertaz.artistswanted.org/self2012) Blerta Zabergja is a passionate person who has a deep love for travel, heights and photography. She has managed to combine these three elements into a stunning series, one that has even caught the eye of a prestigious publication known for its appreciation for and fostering of photography: [National Geographic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/100-hikes-of-a-lifetime). Back in 2006, Blerta Zabergja took what happened to become her most iconic [self-portrait](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/z-fc) at her favorite spot on a rooftop building. Six years later she submitted it to National Geographic and it was featured as top 10 photographs of the week. Blerta Zabergja has taken this as a sign of validation, pursuing her passion for photography, [travel and heights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/all-within-the-detour) even more. Who wouldn't like standing on top of the world? ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.8/10 - Popularity: 92% | Activity: 74% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/stylephotography) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Travel-height Photography:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop a new platform or app that connects travelers and photographers who are willing to capture stunning self-portraits at various heights and locations around the world. - **Rooftop Photography:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create a specialized line of equipment and accessories specifically designed for rooftop photography, catering to the unique challenges and perspectives of shooting from great heights. - **Self-portrait Artistry:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop an AI-powered tool or software that enables individuals to create unique and creative self-portraits, combining different elements, themes, and artistic styles. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Travel and Tourism:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate virtual reality technology into travel experiences, allowing travelers to virtually explore and take self-portraits at iconic heights and landmarks without physically being there. - **Photography Equipment and Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design and manufacture lightweight, portable and versatile camera equipment specifically tailored for adventure photographers who specialize in capturing self-portraits at various heights and locations. - **Artificial Intelligence:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop an AI-powered image recognition system that can analyze and categorize self-portraits based on compositional elements, emotions, and artistic styles, assisting photographers and artists in understanding trends and creating unique works. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Painting-Immersive Photo Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-ground-exhibition.md) - [Public Art Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paul-anthony-smith.md) - [Striking Glass Portraits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glass-portraits.md) - [Photographer-Collab Card Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artiste-series.md) - [Mountaineer-Approved Camera Tripods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pro-tripod.md) - [Sculptural Experimental Artforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ladder-series.md) - [Cliff Edge Wooden Cabins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bolder-star-lodges.md) - [Astonishing Belgrade Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/belgrade-residence.md) - [AI-Powered Portrait Studios](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-powered-portrait-studio.md)