# Weapon-Wielding Seductresses Garth Badger is a Dark and Gritty Fashion Photographer By Meghan Young | Published 2010-12-03 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/garth-badger References: [whitezine](http://www.whitezine.com/en/photography/garth-badger.html) & [garthbadger.co.nz](http://garthbadger.co.nz/) Garth Badger is a dark and gritty [fashion photographer](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/betterstudio) that knows exactly how to make a woman look tough, without compromising her [femininity](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contemporary-femininity) or good-looks. Based in New Zealand, Garth Badger especially knows who to work lighting to create dramatic images that you can't tear your eyes from. Quite the international traveler, he trained in New York and has [exhibited his work](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rhinoceros-gallery1) in Canada, with his photography having appeared in various publications. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.2/10 - Popularity: 87% | Activity: 60% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Dramatic Lighting:** Incorporating dramatic lighting techniques in fashion photography can create captivating and attention-grabbing images. - **Contrasting Masculinity and Femininity:** Exploring the juxtaposition of toughness and femininity in fashion photography can challenge traditional gender norms and create a powerful impact. - **Dark and Gritty Aesthetics:** Adopting a dark and gritty aesthetic in fashion photography can add a edgy and nonconformist dimension to the visuals. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion Photography:** Fashion photographers can leverage dramatic lighting and contrasting gender representations to create visually compelling and boundary-pushing imagery. - **Magazine Publishing:** Magazine editors can showcase dark and gritty fashion photography to attract readers with a taste for nontraditional and visually impactful content. - **Art Exhibition:** Art curators can feature fashion photography that explores the interplay between toughness and femininity to provoke thought and challenge societal perceptions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Feminine Rebellion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/songs-of-siren.md) - [Artful Wooden Furniture Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/knowledge-of-all-dark-things.md) - [Redefined Masculinity Branding](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tough-guys-soft-sweaters.md) - [Glamorous Artful Bronze Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sweet-jane.md) - [Star-Studded Fashion Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/winter-2025-campaign.md) - [Disruptive Fashion Art Galleries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dirty-looks.md) - [Fight-Themed Whiskey Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bear-fight-whiskey-ad.md) - [Chief Creative Photographer Jobs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grand-wailea.md) - [Unique Artistic Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amusebouche.md)