# Artistic Actor Photography This Brad Pitt Photo Series Was Lensed by Craig McDean for The NY Times By Riley von Niessen | Published 2016-09-15 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brad-pitt-photo References: [fuckingyoung.es](http://fuckingyoung.es/brad-pitt-craig-mcdean/) & [nytimes](http://www.nytimes.com/) Captured by Craig McDean and styled by Jason Rider, this Brad Pitt photo series plays with [vintage motifs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vintage-styles). Done for [The New York Times](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bread-laces)' cover story, the images show the actor in a variety of black clothing that adds to its simplistic aesthetic well. When he's shown with rolled-up sleeves, the Brad Pitt photo series exposes some of his lesser-seen tattoos as well, with the unique designs marking his forearms. While the majority are black and white, others show the actor is full color through a slightly subdued lens, which is complemented by the [monochrome workwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nepenthes-capsule) and crew neck sweater that he wears. The images went along with a humorous and telling interview that he gave to The New York Times, in addition to the a passage reading by the actor from 'A Brief History of Seven Killings' by Marlon James. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.8/10 - Popularity: 99% | Activity: 98% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/stylephotography) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Vintage Aesthetics:** Exploring the use of vintage motifs in photography creates an opportunity for unique and nostalgic storytelling. - **Fashionable Portraits:** The combination of photography and styling offers a platform for showcasing fashion trends through celebrity portraits. - **Colorful Realism:** Using a subdued lens to capture full-color images adds depth and realism to artistic photography. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion Photography:** The fashion industry can leverage artistic photography to showcase clothing styles in visually appealing and captivating ways. - **Publishing:** Publishers can integrate artistic photography in their publications to enhance storytelling and engage readers through visual elements. - **Film and Television:** Artistic celebrity portraits can be utilized for promotional purposes in the film and television industry to create buzz and generate interest in upcoming projects. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cinematic Denim Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shaboozey-and-matty-matheson.md) - [Redefined Masculinity Branding](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tough-guys-soft-sweaters.md) - [Cinematic Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alessandro-micheles.md) - [Film-Inspired Graphic Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/one-on-one-collection.md) - [British Youth-Culture Photography Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/home-and-away.md) - [Cinematic Thriller-Inspired Runways](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jw-anderson-fw-2024.md) - [Star-Studded Men's Fragrance Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boss-bottled-beyond.md) - [Public Art Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paul-anthony-smith.md) - [Art-Infused Workwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nepenthes-capsule.md)