# Powerful Mobster Photography Jocelyn Bain Hogg Captures the Lives of East London Criminals By Meghan Young | Published 2010-11-25 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jocelyn-bain-hogg References: [lifelounge](http://www.lifelounge.com/photography/news/east-london-gangsters-by-jocelyn-bain-hogg.aspx) & [jocelynbainhogg](http://www.jocelynbainhogg.com/) If you've ever wondered what thug life was like on the other side of the pond, simply check out Jocelyn Bain Hogg's [photography portfolio](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hipstamatic). A gritty photo-documentary of the [gangster scene in East London](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lewisham-loggias), it shows ruffians and mob mistresses doing what they do best. In particular, Jocelyn Bain Hogg was invited to capture the lives of the Firm, a collection of criminals. Although Hogg has since moved away from the [criminal world](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/serial-killer-shop), these images will surely remain one of the highlights of his career. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.8/10 - Popularity: 99% | Activity: 96% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Documentary Photography:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Using photography to capture real-life stories and experiences, highlighting the lives of different communities or subcultures. - **Crime Culture:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Exploring the underground world of criminals to understand their motivations, behaviors, and impact on society. - **Gritty Realism:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Utilizing raw and unfiltered visual storytelling to convey the truth and authenticity of different social environments. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Photography:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporating new techniques and technologies to capture powerful and immersive images. - **Journalism:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Investigative reporting and in-depth storytelling to uncover hidden stories and shed light on marginalized communities. - **Art and Culture:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Challenging traditional narratives and creating thought-provoking art that pushes boundaries and sparks conversations. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Skateboard-Themed Photography Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rabbit-hole-1.md) - [Hipster Era Photography Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-cobrasnake-y2ks-archive.md) - [Britpop Photography Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oasis-photography-exhibition.md) - [Photography Project Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/still-life-1.md) - [Charitable Photography Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hong-kongmorning.md) - [Cult Movies-Inspired Graphic Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/film-club-collection.md) - [Public Art Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paul-anthony-smith.md) - [Limited-Edition Nightclub Prints](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-54.md) - [Personal Nostalgic Photo Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holy-ohio.md)