# Modular Man Photography Blocks by Fabien Nissels Captures Playfully Surreal Positions By Meghan Young | Published 2013-01-08 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blocks-by-fabien-nissels References: [visualnews](http://www.visualnews.com/2013/01/04/photographer-creates-assembles-modular-man/) & [fnissels.ch](http://www.fnissels.ch/) The human body might be a wondrous thing, but it is often limited by tendons, bones and an overall static nature; Blocks by Fabien Nissels has found a way to bypass these limitations. It revolves around images of the Switzerland-based photographer's friend, Johan, which have been printed on [different sized blocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chunks-and-blocks). These blocks come together to form his body, yet thanks to their [modularity](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gioco), they can be arranged and rearranged in surreal ways. From acrobatic-like stances to downright impossible poses, Blocks by Fabien Nissels re-imagines the capabilities of the human body in fun and imaginative ways. Nissels writes, "There is no photoshop cheating, our modular man really went to all these places and always asked for souvenir pictures, except maybe the one when he was on the toilets." ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.6/10 - Popularity: 100% | Activity: 91% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, 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 Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Modular Man Photography:** Embrace the trend of modular photography to create surreal and imaginative images that challenge the limitations of the human body. - **Body Positivity:** Explore body positivity through modular photography to showcase diverse bodies and challenge societal beauty standards. - **Interactive Art Installations:** Utilize modularity in art installations to engage viewers and encourage them to actively participate in the artistic experience. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Photography:** Incorporate modularity in photography to offer clients unique and captivating visual experiences. - **Art and Design:** Use modular concepts in art and design to create interactive and thought-provoking pieces that redefine traditional boundaries. - **Marketing and Advertising:** Embrace modular photography as a disruptive strategy to create memorable and attention-grabbing campaigns that break away from traditional norms. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Curvaceous Modular Sofas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blocks-modular-sofa.md) - [Toy Brick-Inspired Studios](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/curving-block.md) - [Modular Home Building Blocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-imagination.md) - [Block Puzzle Modular Dollhouses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dollhouse-concept.md) - [Whimsical Sculptural Furniture Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/city-block-series.md) - [Towering Wooden Block Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/capsule-tower.md) - [Toy Block-Inspired Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bloc-collection.md) - [Reconfigurable Modular Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gioco.md) - [Playful Storage Blocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/berto-hidden-secrets.md)