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# Ladybug Beard Photography
With Grant’s Bug Photography She Photographs a Bug-Covered Beard

By Anne Booth | Published 2013-09-30 | Unique
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bug-photography
References: [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/gallery/Infestation-of-a-San-Francsico-Man/11141771) & [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/danigrant)

Within Dani Grant’s bug photography editorial called ‘Infestation of a San Francsico Man,’ she takes photos of a tattooed man and his lady friends. In this case, his lady friends are lady bugs -- 6,000 of them, to be exact.

Dani Grant went to the ‘Garden Supply’ store in order to purchase the 6,000 ladybugs and then poured them all over her [bearded model](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/billie-chia-pet) in order to create a frightening scene. The man’s [white beard](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beard-in-a-box) blends in with the white backdrop, where the small red bugs stand out within his hair. There are also close-ups where the creepy crawlers take over the man’s entire beard and crawl towards his face.

Overall, this bug photography is fascinating and horrifying at the same time, but somehow you just can’t look away.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 4.4/10
- Popularity: 65% | Activity: 59% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women
- Primary generations: Millennial
- Top markets: North America

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### What's Driving This Trend

- **Bug Photography:** Opportunity for photographers to explore unique and unconventional subjects, like incorporating insects into their compositions.
- **Visual Storytelling:** Disruptive opportunity for photographers to push boundaries and create captivating narratives using unexpected elements.
- **Shock Value Marketing:** Opportunity for businesses to use unconventional and visually striking content to capture attention and stand out in crowded markets.

### Who This Affects Most

- **Photography:** Disruptive innovation opportunities for photographers to experiment with new styles and approaches, attracting clients seeking bold and unconventional visuals.
- **Marketing and Advertising:** Opportunity to leverage shocking and attention-grabbing visuals to create memorable and impactful campaigns that resonate with target audiences.
- **Art and Design:** Opportunity for artists and designers to challenge traditional notions of beauty and aesthetics by incorporating unconventional and unexpected elements into their work.

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