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# Label-Curated Photo Series
Drake's OVO Fest Was Followed with an Intimate Toronto-Centered Release

By Riley von Niessen | Published 2016-08-17 | Fashion
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drakes-ovo-fest
References: [hypebeast](http://hypebeast.com/2016/8/ovo-fest-2016-behind-the-scenes) & [hypebeast](http://hypebeast.com/2016/8/ovo-fest-2016-behind-the-scenes)

Although Drake's OVO Fest is over for the year, the Toronto rapper and those associated with his label had their time immortalized through a selection of images taken by Aaron Wynia.

Capturing life behind the scenes, the photographer reveals the group during their down-time throughout the OVO Fest. Many of the images show Drake, friends and fans on the sidelines of a [Toronto Raptors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/draught-draft) game, where he's known to make appearances consistently. As a means to show the rapper's closeness with the team, Aaron Wynia focuses on players wearing his label-branded jerseys in a few as well.

Others tribute Toronto events like [Caribana](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carnival-oasis-2024) and show Drake and others from the label backstage, such as Majid Jordan and Roy Woods. Appearances from Kanye West, Rihanna and more are documented in addition.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 3.7/10
- Popularity: 67% | Activity: 35% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: 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

- **Label-curated Photography:** Opportunity for labels to create curated photo series that immortalize their artists and capture behind-the-scenes moments.
- **Branded Jerseys:** Potential for labels to collaborate with sports teams, creating branded jerseys and showcasing the close relationship between artists and athletes.
- **Celebrity Event Documentation:** Growing demand for photographers to document celebrity events, providing exclusive behind-the-scenes access.

### Sectors Adopting This

- **Music Industry:** Labels can leverage curated photo series to promote their artists and create a unique branding opportunity.
- **Sports Apparel Industry:** Collaboration between labels and sports teams for branded jerseys creates a new revenue stream and expands brand exposure.
- **Photography Industry:** Photographers specializing in celebrity event documentation can provide exclusive content for media outlets and social media platforms.

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