# Exaggerated Expression Portraits Emotions by Luis F Salazar Raises Money for School Benefit By Meghan Young | Published 2012-01-09 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emotions-by-luis-f-salazar References: [whitezine](http://www.whitezine.com/en/photography/luis-f-salazar-emotions.html) & [lfsphoto](http://www.lfsphoto.com/1531/288728/gallery/emotions) The portrait series titled Emotions by Luis F Salazar showcases a group of 4th graders who have a particular gift for conveying some fundamental expressions. From surprise and fear to thought and laughter, each young participant highlights a [range of human emotions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/creatures-full-of-feelings-parenting-toolkit), if in a relatively exaggerated manner. Exaggerated or not, the students starring in the series Emotions by Luis F Salazar will probably feel a surge of genuine pride and happiness knowing that these one-of-a-kind [portraits are to be auctioned](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mischief-by-chester) for their school benefit. As the Miami, Florida-based photographer states, "[I] can't think of a better project to get involved with." Shot in black and white, these fun and playful portraits are given a timeless and artistic appeal that will bring in a good chunk of change. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 41% | Activity: 35% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Youth](https://www.trendhunter.com/youth) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Exaggerated Expression Portraits:** Opportunity for photographers to create portrait series that capture exaggerated human emotions. - **School Benefit Auctions:** Potential for fundraisers to auction unique artwork for the benefit of schools. - **Timeless Black and White Photography:** Demand for photographers to create artistic and timeless portraits in black and white. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Photography:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for photographers to explore exaggerated expressions in their portraits. - **Fundraising:** Disruptive innovation opportunity to utilize unique artwork as a means to raise funds for schools. - **Art Market:** Opportunity for artists to tap into the demand for playful and timeless black and white portraits. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Emotional Exploration Plushes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emotional-baggage-by-solobo-toys.md) - [Raw Sports Emotion Artwork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/game-exhibition.md) - [Accessible Limited-Edition Print Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/limitededition-print-series.md) - [Color Photography Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/profiles-in-color.md) - [Glamorous Artful Bronze Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sweet-jane.md) - [Stylized Portrait Generators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/face-to-all.md) - [Human Duality-Themed Abstract Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/passive-aggression.md) - [Limited Humorous Art Prints](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/david-shrigley-1.md) - [Plushie-Inspired Art Events](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brent-estabrook-smiles.md)