# Backwards Butcher Shops Creative Photography from Jim Fiscus Plays With the Imagination By Brian G Randles | Published 2009-12-26 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jim-fiscus References: [crephoto](http://crephoto.com/creative-photo-retouching-by-jim-fiscus/) & [notcot.org](http://www.notcot.org/) Jim Fiscus has been in the digital imaging business for roughly 15 years. In that time he has become a master of [creatively capturing people](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/small-muji) in a way that stimulates the imagination. A pioneer in the photography world, he has worked with numerous celebs and international clients to create worlds which seem only possible in dreams. Check out more [fantastic photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nonnas-cam) on Trend Hunter, as well as more work from Jim Fiscus, below. **Implications** - Today's consumers are seeking products that stimulate their imagination by offering unusual or unexpected qualities. Such characteristics not only entertain individuals, but they also provide a brief escape from the tedious day-t-day lifestyles that so many of today's members within society lead. Businesses that provide outlandish or eccentric concepts will appeal to a wide audience. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.3/10 - Popularity: 60% | Activity: 30% | 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) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Imaginative Photography:** There is an opportunity for disruptive innovation in the photography industry by exploring new ways to capture images that stimulate the imagination. - **Dreamlike Advertising:** Creative marketing campaigns that feature surreal visuals can capture consumer attention and offer an escape from mundane daily life. - **Unexpected Products:** Businesses that offer unique and outlandish concepts can stand out and appeal to consumers seeking unusual and entertaining experiences. ### Who This Affects Most - **Photography:** Photography businesses can innovate by exploring new techniques and approaches to capture images with a surreal and imaginative quality. - **Marketing and Advertising:** Ad agencies can disrupt the industry by developing campaigns that feature dreamlike visuals and provide an escape from mundane daily life. - **Retail and Consumer Goods:** Retailers can offer unexpected and outlandish products that stand out and appeal to consumers seeking unique and entertaining experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [AI-Generated Retrofuturistic Objects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retrofuturistic-objects.md) - [Unique Artistic Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amusebouche.md) - [Painting-Immersive Photo Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-ground-exhibition.md) - [Surrealist Pop-Up Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/surrealist-popup.md) - [Creativity Enhancing WFH Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/other-angles-collection.md) - [AI-Generated Poetic Photo Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emilio-alarcn.md) - [Celebratory Odd Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ridiculous-design.md) - [Surrealist Shopping Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dreams-is.md) - [Blurry Abstract Photography Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/optical-allusion.md)