# Role Reversal Photography Kristina Sinutko's 'Objectifying Men' Turns the Tables on Relationships By Marissa Brassfield | Published 2009-07-24 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kristina-sinutko-objectifying-men References: [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/Gallery/Objectifying-Men/271942) Kristina Sinutko's 'Objectifying Men' is a series of tableaus that reverse common relationship roles. Rather than objectifying women, as we see frequently in the media, these images objectify men instead. With photos that range from a male lying vulnerably in bed to a female beer-guzzling couch potato, Kristina Sinutko's 'Objectifying Men' series definitely turns the tables on relationships. Check out some other insightful looks on [gender relations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contemporary-femininity) below. **Implications** - The rise of women empowerment movements has created a society that is constantly moving towards gender equality. Artists, photographers and advertisers are using [gender-reversing or androgynous imagery](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dirty-looks) to make statements about this movement. Art that portrays situations of objectification that all females identify with are a popular means of raising awareness to this continuing struggle. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.8/10 - Popularity: 96% | Activity: 100% | 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) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Modern](https://www.trendhunter.com/modern) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Gender-reversing Imagery:** Using gender-reversing imagery in art, photography, and advertising to make statements about gender equality. - **Androgynous Representation:** Depicting androgynous individuals or situations in artistic works as a means of raising awareness about gender objectification. - **Women Empowerment Art:** Creating art that portrays situations of objectification that all females identify with to raise awareness about gender equality. ### Where This Applies - **Art:** Artists using gender-reversing and androgynous imagery to challenge traditional gender roles and promote equality. - **Photography:** Photographers incorporating gender-reversing and androgynous elements into their work to explore societal perspectives on gender. - **Advertising:** Advertisers embracing gender-reversing and androgynous representations to reflect changing societal norms and values. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Mock Social Good Fashion Ads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/not-models-own.md) - [Satirical Feminist-Forward Ads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/underpaid-women.md) - [Anti-Gender Violence Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/antigender-violence-campaign.md) - [Sexuality-Exploring Artful Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rude-arts-club.md) - [Redefined Masculinity Branding](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tough-guys-soft-sweaters.md) - [Feminine Rebellion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/songs-of-siren.md) - [Unretouched Photography Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dove-reimagine-beauty.md) - [Raunchy Anime-Inspired Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/manuela-soto-sosa.md) - [Humorous Pet Furniture Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/utsdd.md)