# Silk-Wrapped Self Portraits Angel Whisenant Uses Different Silks to Reveal Color Representation By Ady Floyd | Published 2015-06-11 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/color-representation References: [boredpanda](http://www.boredpanda.com/colour/) & [angelwhisenant](http://www.angelwhisenant.com/) Angel Whisenant is a digital artist and a conceptual photographer who has captured the essence of color representation in her [mini self-portrait series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/still-life-1) called Color. In each image, Whisenant wraps herself in different color sheet of silk. Her skin is exposed in many of the images. The silk covers only a few parts of her body such as her breasts. Her facial expressions and body positions change in each picture to reveal a different connection between her [self identity](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shapes-we-take) and the color she is consumed by. All of the images are taken from an overhead view looking down upon her. Whisenant is laying atop a black mat that is coated with white dust. The backdrop ensures that the colors are the most eye-catching piece of each image. The photographer captures color representation through a personalized respective. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.5/10 - Popularity: 82% | Activity: 75% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## 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 - **Color Representation:** Whisenant's self-portraits explore the connection between self-identity and color representation, showcasing the potential for personalized color experiences. - **Silk Artistry:** Using different colors of silk to wrap herself, Whisenant showcases the artistic potential and versatility of silk as a medium for self-expression. - **Conceptual Photography:** Whisenant's mini self-portrait series exemplifies the power of conceptual photography in capturing and conveying abstract ideas and personal narratives. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Art and Design:** Artists and designers can explore innovative ways to incorporate color representation and personalized experiences in their works, inspired by Whisenant's self-portraits. - **Fashion and Textile:** The use of silk as a medium for self-expression in Whisenant's self-portraits opens up opportunities for designers to create unique fashion pieces and explore new techniques in textile artistry. - **Photography and Visual Arts:** Photographers and visual artists can draw inspiration from Whisenant's conceptual photography, utilizing inventive approaches to capture and convey abstract concepts and personal narratives through their artworks. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Color Photography Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/profiles-in-color.md) - [Colorful Texture Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/colorscape-installation.md) - [Paper Curvature Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paper-curves.md) - [Vibrantly Colorful Dynamic Artwork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kayla-rumpp.md) - [Intricate Fiber Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/threadwork-women-redefining-fiber-arts.md) - [Human Embraced-Inspired Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wallmounted-sculpture.md) - [Pop Art-Style Blocked Portraits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-in-red.md) - [Textile Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/olga-de-amaral.md) - [Expressive Color-Rich Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shein-3.md)