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# Fat Burning Photography
The Burning Calories Series by Henry Hargreaves is Arresting

By Tia Clarke | Published 2013-05-05 | Art & Design
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/burning-calories-series
References: [henryhargreaves](http://henryhargreaves.com/post/48463493268/burning-calories) & [twitter](https://twitter.com/henry_photo)

The Burning Calories Series shot by Brooklyn-based photographer Henry Hargreaves brings a whole new meaning to [calorie counting](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foodtrack) when dieting. For this visually arresting series the photographer laid fatty foods down on tinfoil backgrounds and set them on fire. If you're currently on a diet and are trying to work towards your perfect bikini body, these images of fatty foods being destroyed might help you visualize your goals!

The edgy series features everything from a [charred burger and fries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fatburger-flatburger) to flaming pizzas and hot dogs. Henry Hargreaves has established a name for himself in the world of [creative photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/still-life-1). His keen eye for the quirky and unusual have earned him editorials working with clients like Sagmeister and Walsh, GQ Magazine, Esquire, Ralph Lauren and New York Magazine.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 4.4/10
- Popularity: 71% | Activity: 52% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia

## Categories

[Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design)

## Key Themes

### Why This Trend Is Growing

- **Creative Food Photography:** Opportunity for photographers to explore unique and visually stunning ways to capture food images.
- **Visualizing Goals Through Art:** Using artistic expression to motivate and inspire individuals in achieving their personal goals.
- **Edgy and Unusual Aesthetics:** Incorporating unconventional elements and themes into photography to create visually arresting images.

### Industries Being Reshaped

- **Photography:** Photographers can leverage this trend to offer unique and captivating food photography services.
- **Art and Design:** Artists and designers can utilize this trend to create visually striking pieces that inspire and engage viewers.
- **Health and Wellness:** The fitness industry can use this trend to visually represent the burning of calories and motivate individuals in their weight loss journey.

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