# Alluring Adolescent Self-Portraiture Corey Mullaney's Self-Portraiture Explores Adolescent Themes By Vasiliki Marapas | Published 2014-07-07 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/corey-mullaney References: [coreymullaneyphotography.tumblr](http://coreymullaneyphotography.tumblr.com/) & [facebook](https://www.facebook.com/CoreyMullaneyPhotography) UK-based student and photographer Corey Mullaney recently exhibited his first portfolio of work, aptly titled 'BLOODSHOT.' Mullaney uses photography as a medium to therapeutically and artistically confront the challenges he's faced in his life. He regards every photographic composition as a nostalgic sentiment. Mullaney explains, "Though my visual constructions are extreme, they are built upon the hyperbolic foundations of my difficulties as an adolescent, and I feel that, without this ability to artistically express myself, I could not exist." Each image exudes the desperation, agony and longing of a youth attempting to situate themselves within the world. The beautiful compositions communicate a narrative of great strength and courage; it is definitely one that many viewers may be able to relate to themselves. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.4/10 - Popularity: 74% | Activity: 79% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/stylephotography) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Therapeutic Photography:** Exploring the therapeutic benefits of photography as a means of self-expression and healing. - **Youth Identity Exploration:** Uncovering the challenges and struggles of adolescence through artistic self-portraiture. - **Narrative Photography:** Using visually compelling compositions to tell powerful stories and evoke strong emotions. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fine Art:** Opportunities for artists to create and exhibit self-portraits that delve into the complexities of personal experiences. - **Photography:** Incorporating therapeutic and narrative elements into photography to build emotional connections with viewers. - **Mental Health:** Utilizing artistic expression and self-portraiture as a form of therapy for individuals dealing with mental health issues. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Boundary-Pushing Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/briony-douglas-1.md) - [Human Duality-Themed Abstract Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/passive-aggression.md) - [Public Art Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paul-anthony-smith.md) - [Personal Nostalgic Photo Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holy-ohio.md) - [Color Photography Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/profiles-in-color.md) - [Abstract Geometric Solo Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/impermanent-state-of-being.md) - [Photography Project Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/still-life-1.md) - [Modern Museum Solo Debuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fangirl.md) - [Painting-Immersive Photo Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-ground-exhibition.md)