# Intoxicatingly Tinted Naturetography Bryan Graf Captures Wildlife in a Vibrantly Unique Way By Meghan Young | Published 2011-06-16 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bryan-graf References: [coolhunting](http://www.coolhunting.com/design/bryan-graf.php) & [bryangrafphotography](http://www.bryangrafphotography.com/) There is nothing quite like Bryan Graf's photography portfolio, especially his Wildlife Analysis photo series. Stunningly original, it looks more like fabricated artwork than real images. By layering each image with different colors, exposures and vintage finishes, Bryan Graf has put together a breathtaking study of the woods and swamps around his native New Jersey. To achieve these singular photos, Bryan Graf makes color negatives without a lens which exposes the film directly to ambient light and then brings two negatives together for beautiful abstract effects. Born in Perth Amboy, Bryan Graf received BFA from the Art Institute of Boston and later his Masters Degree in Photography from Yale University. Since then, he has moved Peaks Island, Maine, where he lives and works. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.8/10 - Popularity: 61% | Activity: 45% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - 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 - **Vibrant Naturetography:** Opportunity to disrupt traditional wildlife photography by experimenting with layered colors, exposures, and vintage finishes. - **Abstract Photography:** Opportunity to disrupt conventional photography techniques by creating beautiful abstract effects through the fusion of color negatives. - **Lensless Photography:** Opportunity to disrupt lens-based photography by exploring the use of color negatives exposed directly to ambient light. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Photography:** Disruptive innovation opportunity to revolutionize traditional photography techniques with vibrant and abstract approaches. - **Wildlife Conservation:** Opportunity to disrupt wildlife documentation by capturing stunningly original and artistic photographs that evoke a deeper appreciation for nature. - **Art and Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity to challenge traditional art and design concepts by merging photography and abstract techniques. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Striking Urban Wildlife Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clare-allin.md) - [Painting-Immersive Photo Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-ground-exhibition.md) - [Hand-Painted Watercolor Prints](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emma-webster.md) - [Paper Curvature Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paper-curves.md) - [Vibrantly Colorful Dynamic Artwork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kayla-rumpp.md) - [Photographer-Collab Card Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artiste-series.md) - [Human Nature-Themed Art Galleries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sea-im-awake.md) - [Chalk Streams Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/british-conceptual-landscape-photographer.md) - [Public Art Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paul-anthony-smith.md)