# Contortionist Boytography Jean Francois Carly's Creative Photography Collection By Kamal Musharbash | Published 2010-12-22 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/creative-photography References: [homotography.blogspot](http://homotography.blogspot.com/2010/12/photography-spotlight-jean-francois.html) & [jfcarly](http://www.jfcarly.com/) There isn't anything quite like the creative photography collection by world renowned photographer Jean-Francois Carly. His [cinematic approach](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alessandro-micheles) to capturing images is highlighted by his use of light, shadows and play with colors. By utilizing badass, tattooed men and snake accessories, Jean-Francois Carly is a genius with the lens. His creative photography has been seen around the world in fashion magazines and his own personal portfolio that makes jaws drop and eyes widen. **Implications** - DIG INTO THE APPEAL OF UNCONVENTIONAL IMAGERY. The unusual bending of this contortionist boytography is an example of how businesses can utilize freakish imagery in order to sell just about anything. The use of such [unusual imagery](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jeffrey-deitch-art-gallery) can be beneficial for selling anything from socks, to body lotion so long as companies use appropriate textual information to back it up. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.5/10 - Popularity: 78% | Activity: 50% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Unconventional Imagery:** Exploring the appeal of unconventional and freakish imagery in marketing. - **Cinematic Photography:** Utilizing a cinematic approach to photography through the play of light, shadows, and colors. - **Creative Portfolio:** Building a creative photography portfolio that leaves a lasting impression. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** Leveraging unconventional imagery in fashion marketing and campaigns. - **Cosmetics:** Using creative imagery to sell cosmetic products with an edge. - **Advertising:** Incorporating cinematic photography techniques to create impactful advertisements. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Body Artwork-Inspired Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/body-tattoo.md) - [Surrealist Beauty Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toiletpaper-magazine.md) - [Unique Artistic Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amusebouche.md) - [Performance Art Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bio-pop.md) - [Sculpted Denim Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anatomic-denim.md) - [Paper Curvature Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paper-curves.md) - [Painting-Immersive Photo Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-ground-exhibition.md) - [Surreal Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jeffrey-deitch-art-gallery.md) - [Digital Archetype Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christian-rex-van-minnen-1.md)