# Magnetic Portraiture Photography Eric Chakeen Entices the Viewer with Mystery By Vasiliki Marapas | Published 2014-10-15 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eric-chakeen References: [itsnicethat](http://www.itsnicethat.com/articles/eric-chakeen) & [ericchakeen](http://www.ericchakeen.com/) Eric Chakeen's portfolio reveals the New York-based photographer's talent for [portraiture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/profiles-in-color). Each portrait is an eclectic mix of humor, whimsy and honesty. Each subject, whether it be a random street-goer or a high-profile celebrity, experiences Chakeen's magic touch. For instance, Chakeen does away with the typical bells and whistles when photographing fashion's proverbial It Girl Alexa Chung. Instead, he photographs the fashion icon in a pared-back way. Chung wears only a swipe of her signature black eyeliner, a white blazer and a coy smile in her shot. Viewers might have to do a double-take to confirm that, yes, it is indeed Chung in the photo. Chakeen focuses on bringing out [subtle, inconspicuous details](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glass-portraits) in each subject, adding a mysterious allure to each portrait. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.9/10 - Popularity: 94% | Activity: 74% | 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) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/stylephotography) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Intimate Portraiture:** Opportunity to explore the art of capturing intimate and mysterious details in portrait photography. - **Minimalist Fashion Photography:** Disruptive potential in redefining fashion photography by embracing minimalist aesthetics. - **Celebrity Authenticity:** Innovation potential in capturing celebrities in a stripped-down, honest way, breaking the usual stereotypes. ### Who This Affects Most - **Photography:** Innovations in portrait photography can redefine artistic expression and attract new clients. - **Fashion:** Embracing minimalist fashion photography can disrupt traditional notions of glamour and style. - **Entertainment:** Capturing celebrities authentically can provide new storytelling opportunities and enhance audience engagement. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Stunning Origami Portraits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/origami-portaits.md) - [AI-Powered Portrait Studios](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-powered-portrait-studio.md) - [AI-Generated Poetic Photo Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emilio-alarcn.md) - [Art-Inspired Streetwear Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/silent-echoes.md) - [Public Art Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paul-anthony-smith.md) - [Painting-Immersive Photo Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-ground-exhibition.md) - [Professional AI Headshots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/headshotwork.md) - [Instant Headshot Generators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/instant-headshot.md) - [Striking Glass Portraits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glass-portraits.md)