# Sun-Spotted Portrait Series Mr. Elbanks Captures Photos of Freckled-Face Subjects By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2013-12-13 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/freckled-face References: [adventuresofawhitegirl.tumblr](http://adventuresofawhitegirl.tumblr.com/post/69440833532/soldsoulglenx-amazing-freckles-portrait-series) & [mrelbank.tumblr](http://mrelbank.tumblr.com/post/59691623012/5-dani-mrelbank-tumblr-com) One of Mr. Elbank’s latest [photography series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/summer-dreaming-collection) focuses solely on [freckled-face models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/faux-freckle-stamp). The ‘Freckles Portrait Series’ captures a range of people with freckles, from those who have a few distinguishing beauty marks on their faces to other people who have freckles covering most of their skin. The models are photographed in front of flesh-colored backdrops, which serves to highlight freckle-covered surfaces as the focal point of this series. The singular focal point of the series is representative of Mr. Elbank’s previous works of photography that have captured a narrow group of subjects, such as men with beards and [people with tattoos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tattoo-compact). Freckles can be something that people either have a love or hate relationship with but as Mr. Elbank’s series proves, freckles make people unique and can be quite charming. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.5/10 - Popularity: 92% | Activity: 66% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Freckle-focused Campaigns:** Brands can feature models with freckles in their marketing campaigns to appeal to consumers seeking diversity and uniqueness. - **Personalized Beauty Products:** Beauty companies can offer customized products for individuals with freckles, such as tinted moisturizers that enhance the appearance of freckles instead of covering them. - **Freckle-inspired Artwork:** Artists can create pieces inspired by the beauty of freckles, appealing to a growing audience that values natural and unique features. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** Fashion brands can feature models with freckles in their marketing campaigns and even tailor their designs to complement the natural beauty of freckles. - **Beauty:** Beauty companies can create products specifically for individuals with freckled skin as a response to the growing demand for inclusive and personalized beauty options. - **Art:** Artists can create pieces inspired by the beauty of freckles, appealing to a growing audience that values natural and unique features. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Beauty-Branded Film Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/art-basel-miami-beach.md) - [Self-Expression Docu-Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/show-yourself.md) - [Fan-Fueled Skincare Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peculiar-behavior.md) - [Photography Project Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/still-life-1.md) - [Sports-Fan-Inspired Beauty Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eyes-lips-face-fandom.md) - [Artful Self-Expressive Camera Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/z-fc.md) - [Faux Freckle Stamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/faux-freckle-stamp.md) - [Public Art Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paul-anthony-smith.md) - [SPF Comedy Specials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunhinged.md)