# Symmetrical Theatre Illustrations Gilles Alonso Captures Concert Halls in His Latest Photo Series By Jana Pijak | Published 2015-02-12 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gilles-alonso References: [fubiz.net](http://www.fubiz.net/2015/02/12/symmetric-theaters-by-gilles-alonso/) & [gillesalonso](http://gillesalonso.com/) Photographer Gilles Alonso captures symmetrical performance spaces in his latest 'Concert Halls' series. Fans of opulent architecture and decor will fall in love with these portraits that highlight the structural details of theaters and other staged environments. While travelling through France, Gilles Alonso visited 30 theaters and captured each for his 'Concert Halls' series. His portraits are unexpected and visually striking, featuring a signature aesthetic that is all his own. When capturing performance spaces, the photographer stands in the central point of each interior and ensures that he gets the best view of his visual subject. His finished photographs are impeccably lit and often evoke a nostalgic air along with an incredible amount of detail that is revealed through opulent interior accents. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.7/10 - Popularity: 37% | Activity: 6% | 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) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Symmetrical Performance Spaces:** Photographers can explore creating visually striking and unexpected portraits by capturing symmetrical performance spaces. - **Opulent Architecture and Decor:** Artists and designers can incorporate opulent architecture and decor into their work, drawing inspiration from the detailed and nostalgic portraits of theaters. - **Structural Details Highlighting:** Architects and interior designers can emphasize the structural details of performance spaces to create visually impressive and immersive environments. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Photography:** Photographers can utilize the unique aesthetic of capturing symmetrical performance spaces for artistic and commercial purposes. - **Art and Design:** Artists and designers can be inspired by the opulent architecture and decor showcased in the 'Concert Halls' series to create their own visually stunning works. - **Architecture and Interior Design:** Architects and interior designers can take inspiration from the detailed portraits of theaters to create impressive and immersive spaces that highlight structural details. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sculptural Photocoltaic Theater Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/opera-and-ballet-theatre-of-kosovo.md) - [Stone Building Auditoriums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/centre-de-congrs.md) - [Alleyway-Inspired Art Centers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-bund-performing-arts-centre.md) - [Reflective Hemispherical Theater Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ball-theater.md) - [Performance Hall Expansions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/powell-hall.md) - [Orchestral-Themed Lighting Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/symphony-collection.md) - [Perorated Brickwork Music Centers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-gong.md) - [Mirrored Facade Concert Halls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jzef-wider-state-music-school.md) - [Everchanging Water-Based Theaters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yichang-grand-theatre.md)