# Mystical Emotive Portraits Viktorija Raggana Captures the Magic Power of Vilnius, Lithuania By Alyson Wyers | Published 2015-02-04 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emotive-portraits References: [mymodernmet.tumblr](http://mymodernmet.tumblr.com/post/109846353796/inspired-by-the-lush-natural-surroundings-of-her) & [500px](https://500px.com/raggana) These emotive portraits captured by Lithuanian photographer Viktorija Raggana have an enchanting and mystical feel to them. Inspired by her hometown of Vilnius, the self-described 'photographer witch' incorporates animal aspects into her shots, from enormous antlers to what appears to be a baby octopus as well as a wolf and a bird about to take flight. The storybook-like series consists of emotive portraits are marked by vulnerability that is only enhanced by the presence of animals. The enigmatic imagery is immensely captivating. The artist explained in a Bored Panda article "Each portrait is a little message to the world. A message to open our eyes and start creating images with all of our human senses." ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.0/10 - Popularity: 98% | Activity: 75% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## 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 - **Emotive Animal Portraits:** Photographers using animal symbolism in their portrait photography to create a more emotional connection. - **Enchanted Nature Photography:** Using natural landscapes and animal motifs to create a fantastical and mystical atmosphere in portrait photography. - **Magical Realism Imagery:** Artists using symbolism and surrealism to create imagery that blends reality with the fantastical and encourages a sense of wonder. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fine Art Photography:** Opportunity for fine art photographers to incorporate symbolic and surreal elements to add depth and emotion to their portrait photography. - **Nature Tourism:** Incorporating mystical and fantastical elements into nature tourism experiences to create a sense of wonder and enchantment. - **Editorial Photography:** Photographers in editorial industries using enchanted and mystical elements in portrait photography to create captivating and emotional visual stories. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [AI-Generated Poetic Photo Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emilio-alarcn.md) - [Ethereal Light Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peter-kovacsy.md) - [Whimsical Spirit Art Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anima.md) - [Personalized Light Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/personalized-light-art.md) - [Stunning Origami Portraits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/origami-portaits.md) - [Striking Urban Wildlife Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clare-allin.md) - [Emotional Light Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miror-collection.md) - [Glamorous Artful Bronze Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sweet-jane.md) - [Custom Pet Portraits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portrait-mom.md)