# Scary Symmetrical Portraiture Echoism by Julian Wolkenstein is a Unique Look at Perception By Peter Vallas | Published 2011-01-28 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/julian-wolkenstein References: [itsnicethat](http://www.itsnicethat.com/articles/julian-wolkenstein-echoism) & [julianwolkenstein](http://www.julianwolkenstein.com/index.php?/project/symmeytrical-portraits/) Photographer Julian Wolkenstein has created a unique set of photos in a series called Echoism, presenting the concept: "what if our bodies were created symmetrical?" Julian Wolkenstein puts the originals beside the [symmetrical recreations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sabine-marcelis-1) to distinguish the changes and the creepy visual differences achieved through this project. You can now even get the [Echoism app](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mimicphoto) on iTunes and try it out on your own face. **Implications** - Designs which contain an element of shock are appealing to consumers who are looking towards art as a form of entertainment. Products that push the limits on conventionality are more appealing than those which simply stay within the boundaries. Companies could focus on this desire for more [otherworldly aesthetics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ripples-collection) in order to attract a greater number of shoppers to its brand. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.5/10 - Popularity: 97% | Activity: 91% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% 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) > [Customization](https://www.trendhunter.com/customization) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Creepy Symmetry:** Exploring the concept of symmetrical bodies in art and photography can create a visually unsettling and intriguing experience for viewers. - **Entertainment Through Shock:** Using shock value in art and design can provide a unique form of entertainment for consumers looking for unconventional experiences. - **Otherworldly Aesthetics:** Consumers are increasingly drawn to products and experiences that possess an otherworldly and unconventional aesthetic. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Art and Photography:** The art and photography industry can capitalize on the demand for visually unsettling and intriguing experiences. - **Entertainment:** The entertainment industry can incorporate shock value in its products and experiences to offer unique and unconventional forms of entertainment. - **Fashion and Beauty:** The fashion and beauty industry can embrace otherworldly aesthetics to attract consumers looking for unconventional and avant-garde styles. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [AI-Generated Selfies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dreambooth.md) - [Artful Custom Mirror Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portraits-collection.md) - [AI-Generated Poetic Photo Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emilio-alarcn.md) - [Eerie Film-Inspired Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/afterlife-generator.md) - [AI-Generated Self-Portraits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/persona-ai.md) - [AI-Generated Real-World Transformations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-generated-world.md) - [AI-Powered Portrait Studio Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portraius.md) - [Imaginative Photo-Editing AI Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/youniverse.md) - [Dynamic Structural Mirror Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zigzag-collection.md)