# Whimsical Self-Portraits This Stunning Self-Portrait Series by Christine McConnell is Surreal By Lacey-Jane Walsh | Published 2014-01-29 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christine-mcconnell References: [mymodernmet](http://www.mymodernmet.com/profiles/blogs/christine-mcconnell-photography) & [christinehmcconnell](http://christinehmcconnell.com/) This surreal self-portrait series by Christine McConnell follows this talented photographer while she performs a number of daunting tasks, all while looking radiant. In a few of these whimsical photos McConnell seems to be surrounded by clones, each doing a different chore. A lot of work went into this fantastic series, including sewing, baking, painting, and styling hair. McConnell claims that she was absolutely exhausted after she finished creating this intriguing self-portrait series, and rightly so. In one of the most beautiful shots in this series, McConnell is seen sitting outside at night, in a beautiful white gown. She’s surrounded by candles, flowers, cakes, balloons and a whole fleet of foxes. This surreal shot has a serious Midsummer Night’s Dream feel to it. This enchanting series approaches self-portraits from a stunning, almost magical angle. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.6/10 - Popularity: 100% | Activity: 91% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - 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 - **Surreal Self-portraits:** Emerging photographers can combine unique concepts with photography to create surreal self-portraits that aim to evoke emotions - **Multi-tasking Photography:** Photographers can explore multi-tasking photography by portraying themselves and their clones performing different tasks in a single frame, resulting in capturing different and contrasting emotions. - **Whimsical Photography:** Photographers can try incorporating whimsical elements such as flowers, animals, pastel colors and unique accessories to create enchanting self-portrait series. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Photography:** The Photography industry can embrace the trend of surreal self-portraits to offer a unique experience to clients. - **Artists:** Artists can use surreal self-portraits to create unique pieces of art that evoke emotions and convey meaning. - **Fashion:** Fashion industry can tap into whimsical photography trends to create magical and dreamy advertisements that showcase clothing in an enchanting way. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [AI-Generated Poetic Photo Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emilio-alarcn.md) - [Unique Artistic Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amusebouche.md) - [Handcrafted Flower Crown Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handcrafted-flower-crown.md) - [AI-Generated Self-Portraits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/persona-ai.md) - [Reimagined Puzzled Artful Paintings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portrait-of-a-woman-in-a-hat.md) - [Stylized Portrait Generators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/face-to-all.md) - [Artsy Surrealist Tableware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gohar-world.md) - [AI-Generated Selfies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dreambooth.md) - [Mesmerizing Sculpture Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mesmerizing-sculpture.md)