# Bewitching Wanderer Photography Jessica Barthel Captures the Magic of the Nomadic Lifestyle By Vasiliki Marapas | Published 2014-06-25 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jessica-barthel References: [itsnicethat](http://www.itsnicethat.com/articles/jessica-barthel) & [jessicabarthel](http://jessicabarthel.com/) After studying Fine Art Photography at Parsons in New York, photographer Jessica Barthel decided she was through with living life the conventional way. In the years since graduating, Barthel has floated between India, Berlin, Buenos Aires and LA. It takes a certain type of person to abandon the stability of a permanent home, but Barthel's amazing job (she's shot for the likes of [Harper's Bazaar](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sculpting-paste), Dazed and Confused and Glamour, not to mention her personal portfolio) keeps her going. An eternal student of life, Barthel also studied graphic design in Berlin, a decision which has influenced her photography style (especially when it comes to her neat, [prismatic fashion editorials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/colorama)). However, Barthel's most impressive shots are taken during [her travels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/all-within-the-detour). Each image is pulsating with the yet-to-be-discovered potential of each magical, exotic place she has the privilege of visiting. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.7/10 - Popularity: 99% | Activity: 94% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## 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 - **Nomadic Lifestyle Photography:** Opportunity for photographers to capture the allure of the nomadic lifestyle in a visually captivating way. - **Travel Influencer Photography:** Burgeoning trend of influencers capturing stunning images during their travels, creating opportunities for brand collaborations. - **Alternative Living Photography:** Rising interest in unconventional living arrangements opens up a market for photography that showcases unique and alternative lifestyles. ### Where This Applies - **Photography:** Photographers specializing in travel and alternative living have the chance to tap into a growing market. - **Fashion:** Fashion brands can partner with photographers who can authentically showcase their products in exotic and unconventional settings. - **Hospitality and Tourism:** Hotels and travel agencies can collaborate with photographers to promote unique destinations and experiences to adventurous travelers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Travel Lifestyle Brand Ads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/travel-changed-me.md) - [Whimsical Childlike Furniture Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-eternal-child.md) - [Chief Creative Photographer Jobs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grand-wailea.md) - [Travel-Inspired Tea Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magic-hour-wanderlust-tea.md) - [Travel-Inspired Jewelry Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dean-davidsons-nomad-collection.md) - [Public Art Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paul-anthony-smith.md) - [Painting-Immersive Photo Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-ground-exhibition.md) - [Modern-Day Travel Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modernday-travel.md) - [Culturally-Inspired Travel Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-travel-campaign.md)