# Cyborg Cover Shots Chris Milk Shoots Kanye West Into the Future for Complex By Marissa Brassfield | Published 2009-03-24 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chris-milk-kanye-west-complex References: [kanyeuniversecity](http://www.kanyeuniversecity.com/blog/?em3106=226533_-1__0_~0_-1_5_2008_0_0&em3161=&em3281=) & [complex](http://www.complex.com/blogs/2009/03/23/kanye-west-covers-the-aprilmay-issue-of-complex/) Photographer Chris Milk enhanced these stunning images of Kanye West with [computer-generated imagery](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/love-you-more) for the April/May cover of Complex Magazine. In the accompanying article, Kanye West dishes on his [personal brand](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxury-menswear-campaign), the economy and how he’s viewed publicly. One of the points Kanye West made in the Complex Magazine interview that was particularly salient was his response to how his “Martin Louis King” video was received after it was released in a recession. You can fault the man’s ego, but not his intentions. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.3/10 - Popularity: 19% | Activity: 13% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Media](https://www.trendhunter.com/media) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Computer-generated Imagery (CGI) in Photography:** The use of CGI in photography can create stunning and visually captivating images, opening up possibilities for artistic expression and innovation. - **Personal Branding in the Digital Age:** As individuals become more conscious of their personal brand, there is a growing need for innovative ways to showcase and enhance their online presence. - **Impact of Economic Factors on Artistic Expression:** The recession and economic climate can influence the reception and interpretation of artistic works, creating opportunities for artists to disrupt traditional norms. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Photography:** Incorporating CGI into photography can revolutionize the industry, allowing photographers to explore new creative possibilities. - **Marketing and Advertising:** Personal branding in the digital age presents new challenges and opportunities for marketers to create innovative strategies for enhancing individuals' online presence. - **Art and Entertainment:** The impact of economic factors on artistic expression can prompt artists and entertainers to find innovative ways to connect with their audience and challenge societal norms. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dynamic NFT Magazines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vogue-singapore-magazine.md) - [Celebrity Crypto Debit Launches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yzy-card.md) - [Hipster Era Photography Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-cobrasnake-y2ks-archive.md) - [Futuristic Robotic Wearables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ikeuchi-hiroto.md) - [Personalized AI Album Covers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-album-covers.md) - [Creative Premium Collaborative Initives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/engineered-by-balenciaga.md) - [Art-Tech Zine Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/twentynine-zine.md) - [Highly Affordable Fashion Launches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yeezy-supply-1.md) - [AI-Generated Poetic Photo Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emilio-alarcn.md)