# Uncomfortably Close Insectography The Igor Siwanowicz Macro Photography Series is Creepy and Cool By Souzan Michael | Published 2011-08-31 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/igor-siwanowicz References: [oculoid](http://oculoid.com/macro-insect-photography-by-igor-siwanowicz/) & [randommization](http://randommization.com/2011/08/29/getting-close-photographing-animals-and-insects/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed:) I will gladly be the first to admit that insects scare me more than anything else on this planet, but the Igor Siwanowicz series of [up-close photographs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/still-life-1) of various insects and animals is fascinating and impossible to ignore. Trust me, I tried. However you may feel about staring into the eyes of some of the creepiest looking creatures you will ever see, you will undoubtedly be captivated by how stunning these photographs are. Igor Siwanowicz is able to capture so much emotion behind these tiny insects and animals with just one shot. Munich based photographer Igor Siwanowicz shows us that there is so much intricacy and detail behind the creatures we fear. Siwanowicz has a book of these photographs called '[Animals Up Close](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amusebouche),' if you're interested in furthering your exploration of detailed insects and animals. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.0/10 - Popularity: 71% | Activity: 72% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Macro Photography:** Opportunity for microscopes and cameras that allow for detailed macro photography. - **Insect Exploration:** Opportunity for companies to create bug exploration kits with microscopes, field guides, and other tools to discover the intricacy and beauty of insects. - **Nature's Unseen Beauty:** Opportunity for companies to bring focus to the beauty of often-overlooked flora and fauna with a range of products such as home décor, educational books, and artwork. ### Where This Applies - **Photography:** Macro photographers who specialize in capturing the intricate details of insects in their natural habitat can find lucrative niche markets. - **Education:** Companies can take advantage of the fascination humans have with looking closely at insect specimens to create education kits for schools or home use. - **Art:** Artist in a wide range of fields can find inspiration from the exotic and detailed insects featured in the Igor Siwanowicz series, create artwork, and novelty items. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Bug-Inspired Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/murder-hornet-ring.md) - [Insect-Inspired Technical Baggage](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/metamorphosis-collection.md) - [Life-Sized Puzzled Insect Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/insect-collection.md) - [Striking Urban Wildlife Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clare-allin.md) - [Insect-Like Seating Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-mantis-chair.md) - [AI-Generated Poetic Photo Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emilio-alarcn.md) - [Biomimetic Fashion Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nonhuman-life.md) - [Bug-Like Avant-Garde Sunglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spiral-01.md) - [Stunning Origami Portraits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/origami-portaits.md)