# Rustic Cuban Photography Luigi Visconti Captures Striking Sights in Cuba, Miami and Soho By Jana Pijak | Published 2015-05-12 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cuban-photography References: [fubiz.net](http://www.fubiz.net/2015/05/10/crossroads-and-cityscapes-photography/) & [luigivisconti](http://luigivisconti.com/) Luigi Visconti's Cuban photography captures the country's rich history and vibrant culture. In addition to snapping Havana's rustic and opulent architecture, Visconti also travels to Miami to lens its candy-colored facades and [nostalgic beach scenery](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/slim-aarons-puzzle-collection). The last stop on the photographer's tour is Soho, an NYC suburb that is known for its arts community and [quirky cafes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deux-gares-express-caf). Illustrating the relationship between American and Cuban photography, this series captures the similarities between streets in Cuba, Soho and Miami. Each famous place is distinct but strangely similar, boasting hidden alleyways and [graffiti art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drip-exhibition) that is juxtaposed with heritage architecture that is rich with history. Overall, this image series makes its viewer long for world travels and shares an authentic look at each of its destinations. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.4/10 - Popularity: 86% | Activity: 67% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Cuban Photography Trend:** The growing interest towards Cuban photography provides opportunities to showcase the country's rich history and culture. - **Nostalgia Photography Trend:** There is potential for capturing nostalgia through photography by lensing pastel-colored facades and heritage architecture in places like Miami and Soho. - **Global Street Photography Trend:** The global trend of street photography can be represented by these images series which showcase the similarities and differences between different street cultures of different cities. ### Who This Affects Most - **Travel Industry:** The travel industry can utilize these unique and authentic Cuban images to promote and market their tours and packages. - **Arts and Photography Industry:** The arts and photography industry can use these images as inspiration and interpretation for their own creative endeavours. - **Architecture and Design Industry:** The architectural and design industry can benefit from the heritage architecture and rustic design of these Cuban buildings, translating them into innovative design options for new projects. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Painting-Immersive Photo Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-ground-exhibition.md) - [Public Art Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paul-anthony-smith.md) - [Culturally-Inspired Travel Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-travel-campaign.md) - [Immersive Hotel Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hotel-art-installation.md) - [Retro Vibrantly Designed Studios](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pink-villa.md) - [Blurry Abstract Photography Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/optical-allusion.md) - [Elegant Artful Townhouses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brooklyn-townhouse.md) - [Elevated Design-Forward Pink Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pink-villa1.md) - [European-Inspired Urban Lofts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ghislaine-via.md)