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# DIY Drawtography
Eerie ‘Invisibilia' Technique Channels “Take On Me” Video

By Cowbag | Published 2009-01-03 | Art & Design
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/invisibilia-photography-eery-techniques-for-your-images
References: [themanwhofellasleep](http://www.themanwhofellasleep.com/invisibilia.html)

Not only are these 'Invisibilia' photographs really creepy, there is also a great tutorial on the website so you can create your own.

In each photograph, a person's image is [replaced with an illustration](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vector-to-hand-drawn), reminiscent of the "Take On Me" music video by a-ha.

I'm not sure why, but this 'Invisibilia' technique disturbs me. In my mind I have strange theories about being turned into a [black-and-white drawing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drawingpics) like a scene from 'Mary Poppins' but maybe that is just slightly disturbed Cowbag.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 2.1/10
- Popularity: 51% | Activity: 4% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial
- Top markets: North America, Europe

## Categories

[Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [DIY](https://www.trendhunter.com/diy)

## Key Themes

### Why This Trend Is Growing

- **Eerie Illustration Trend:** Opportunity for artists and designers to create eerie illustrations in the style of 'Invisibilia' photographs.
- **Creative DIY Photography:** Opportunity for photographers and hobbyists to experiment with the 'Invisibilia' technique and create their own eerie photographs.
- **Nostalgic Video Inspiration:** Opportunity for filmmakers and content creators to draw inspiration from the iconic 'Take On Me' music video by a-ha.

### Industries Being Reshaped

- **Art and Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for the art and design industry to explore new ways of creating eerie and intriguing illustrations.
- **Photography:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for the photography industry to incorporate the 'Invisibilia' technique and offer unique experiences to clients.
- **Film and Entertainment:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for the film and entertainment industry to reimagine music videos and create visually captivating experiences.

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