# Rare Retro Vantography Joe Stevenson Captures the Nostalgic Past in the Present By Meghan Young | Published 2010-02-18 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/joe-stevenson References: [swipelife](http://swipelife.com/2010/02/17/joe-stevenson-vans-and-the-places-where-they-were/) & [californiavans.arloartists](http://californiavans.arloartists.com/) There used to be this psychedelic van that was constantly parked in our neighborhood months at a time, occasionally switching up its spot as though trying to look inconspicuous (ha!); that is what Joe Stevenson's van series reminds me of. Capturing retro vans of all sorts across California, Joe Stevenson evokes a sense of nostalgia for simpler, gas-guzzling times. I suggest you visit SwipeLife.com for more images and a great, succinct piece on Joe Stevenson's work. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.8/10 - Popularity: 40% | Activity: 7% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Retro Vantography:** Opportunity for photographers to recreate nostalgic imagery of retro vans in a modern context. - **Nostalgic Photography:** Opportunity for photographers to evoke emotions and memories through capturing scenes reminiscent of the past. - **Vintage-inspired Art:** Opportunity for artists to create artwork that celebrates and pays homage to bygone eras. ### Who This Affects Most - **Photography:** Opportunity for photographers to explore new techniques and styles to capture impactful nostalgic visuals. - **Art:** Opportunity for artists to leverage the appeal of nostalgia and create artwork that resonates with audiences. - **Design:** Opportunity for designers to incorporate retro elements into various products and services, catering to consumers' desire for nostalgia. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Vintage Photo Makers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retrova.md) - [Rugged Adventure Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adventure-van.md) - [Nostalgic Art-Inspired Cannabis Branding](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kristofferson-san-pablo.md) - [Retro-Style Electric Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/porsche-x-vw-renndienst-idbuzz-bus.md) - [Diminutive Electric Camper Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-camper-van.md) - [Vintage Photo Camera Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moodcamera.md) - [Reimagined EV Van Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gmc-safari-electric.md) - [Electric Mini Camper Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2cv.md) - [Reimagined Vintage Off Roader](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/land-rover-series-2.md)