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# Submerged Face Self-Portraits
Laurence Demaison Artistically Experiments with Images of Herself

By Jason Soy | Published 2012-07-31 | Art & Design
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/laurence-demaison
References: [designcollector.net](http://designcollector.net/laurence-demaison/) & [laurencedemaison](http://www.laurencedemaison.com/)

Those familiar with the work of Laurence Demaison already know she’s the queen of hauntingly beautiful imagery, so it should come as no surprise that even when taking [self-portraits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/persona-ai), Demaison was going to make them creepy and visually stunning. Seen here are various photos featuring the artist seemingly [submerged in water](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ariel-swipe). The calmness of her face as she potentially drowns herself is quite shocking to think about, though people’s eyes are likely too enamoured by the pictures to give such things a second thought.

Laurence Demaison achieved various water effects with this series, from ripples to airborne splashes. How she’s able to achieve these looks using just a camera, I’ll never know.

For more [eerie and engrossing images](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wooden-sculptures-1), be sure to check out Demaison’s website. Be warned however, those with a weak tolerance for scary visuals probably should stay away from Demaison's creations.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 4.8/10
- Popularity: 78% | Activity: 59% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial
- Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia

## Categories

[Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign)

## Key Themes

### Why This Trend Is Growing

- **Submerged Self-portraits:** Artistic photography of submerged faces creates an opportunity for innovative underwater camera technology and unique fashion marketing campaigns.
- **Haunting Imagery:** The popularity of haunting and eerie visuals in art and media creates a market for new types of horror and psychological thrillers in the entertainment industry.
- **Experimental Photography:** The demand for unique and unconventional forms of photography provides an opportunity for disruptive innovation in camera technology and image editing software.

### Industries Being Reshaped

- **Photography:** The growing interest in artistic and experimental photography opens up possibilities for innovative software and camera equipment in the photography industry.
- **Entertainment:** The trend towards haunting imagery and psychological thrillers provides opportunities for innovative producers and filmmakers in the entertainment industry.
- **Fashion:** The use of underwater photography in fashion campaigns and editorials creates opportunities for unique and captivating visuals in the fashion industry.

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