# Sharply Eclectic Photography Jarek Kotomski Captures Crisp, Multidimensional Images By Meghan Young | Published 2011-05-22 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jarek-kotomski References: [i-donline](http://www.i-donline.com/i-spy/i-ntroducing-jarek-kotomski) & [kotomski.blogspot](http://kotomski.blogspot.com/) Jarek Kotomski is an up-and-coming young photographer with a great eye, stellar talent and an imaginative outlook that comes together to create one impressive portfolio. Although there happens to be a quirky element in his work, his images are rather dark and direct. Born in Ukraine and based in London, Jarek Kotomski was first exposed to his [love for photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/photography-seoul-museum-of-art) on a trip to Berlin with his father in his early teens. Since then, he has tirelessly perfected his skill while completing a BA in photography at [London College of Communication](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Este-Lauder-Companies-Announced). Now a professional photographer, Jarek Kotomski is often commissioned to [shoot lookbooks and editorials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jiyongkim-fw25) for an array of designers and magazines. At 26 years old, Jarek Kotomski is definitely making a name for himself. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.0/10 - Popularity: 91% | Activity: 81% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/stylephotography) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Eclectic Photography:** Opportunity for photographers to experiment with unconventional styles and unique perspectives. - **Dark and Direct Imagery:** Potential for artists to explore themes of introspection and intensity in their work. - **Commissioned Fashion Photography:** Scope for fashion photographers to collaborate with designers and magazines in creating visually stunning lookbooks and editorials. ### Who This Affects Most - **Photography:** Disruptive innovation possibilities in developing new techniques and styles. - **Art:** Opportunities for artists to push boundaries and challenge traditional notions of beauty and aesthetics. - **Fashion:** Potential for innovative approaches to photography in capturing the essence of fashion and creating captivating visual narratives. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Photography Project Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/still-life-1.md) - [Evolved Vibrant Graffiti Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jan-kalb.md) - [British Youth-Culture Photography Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/home-and-away.md) - [Skateboard-Themed Photography Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rabbit-hole-1.md) - [Musician-Inspired Textural Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jura-collection.md) - [Eclectic Renovated Polish Apartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mistovia.md) - [Contemporary Artful Bright Apartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/krakow-apartment.md) - [Limited-Edition Artist-Designed Skis](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artistdesigned-ski.md) - [Laser-Cut Urban Artistry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/laser-cut-city-maps.md)