# Spiritual Powdered Shoots Arman Zhenikeyev's Buddha Loves Me Series is Calm and Centered By Meghan Young | Published 2011-08-15 | Social Good Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/buddha-loves-me References: [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/gallery/Buddha-loves-me/1945187) & [novic.me](http://www.novic.me) The Buddha Loves Me photo series is incredibly calm and spiritual -- so much so, in fact, that I completely understand the rationale behind its name. With a sense of liberation, each image focuses on a sense of centeredness and even contentedness, which is often practiced in the Buddhist religion. Shot by Kazakhstan-based photographer Arman Zhenikeyev, the Buddha Loves Me photo series is beautiful in its simplicity, encouraging people to embrace the little things in life, be it the [softness and release experienced with powder](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rituals-intuitia-collection) or smelling the [singular scent of a rose](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/altered-states-collection). I especially like the [lighting techniques](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chant) used throughout the Buddha Loves Me photo series, which really give the whole portfolio a quietly dramatic feel. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.4/10 - Popularity: 38% | Activity: 25% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Social Good](https://www.trendhunter.com/socialgood) > [Religious](https://www.trendhunter.com/religious) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Spiritual Photography:** Exploring the use of photography to evoke feelings of calmness and spirituality. - **Mindfulness in Art:** Incorporating mindfulness practices and concepts into artistic expressions, creating a sense of centeredness and tranquility. - **Minimalist Aesthetics:** Embracing simplicity and minimalism in artistic compositions to evoke a sense of contentedness and appreciation for the little things in life. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Photography:** Utilizing different lighting techniques and artistic approaches to capture and convey emotions and spiritual experiences. - **Wellness & Mindfulness:** Integrating art and mindful practices to enhance well-being and promote a sense of inner calm and contentment. - **Home Decor:** Incorporating minimalist aesthetics inspired by spiritual photography into interior design to create serene and tranquil living spaces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Mandala-Shaped Meditation Halls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mahamudra-meditation-centre.md) - [Photography Project Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/still-life-1.md) - [Mindfulness Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/space-of-time.md) - [Spiritually Inspired Artisanal Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/triris.md) - [Spiritual Meditation Chair Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/12-chairs-for-meditation.md) - [Stupa-Inspired Glass Perfume Bottles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/james-turrell-1.md) - [Calming Desktop Novelty Items](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-peaceful-lotus.md) - [Collaborative Sculptural Art Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neojomon-biomorphic-fantme.md) - [Tranquil Wellness Studio Interiors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/garden-of-the-soul.md)