# Modern Mermaid Photography The 'Living With a Handicap' Series by Lenka Klodova By Zoe Badley | Published 2010-08-29 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lenka-klodova References: [triangulationblog](http://www.triangulationblog.com/2010/08/life-with-handicap.html#more) & [huntkastner](http://www.huntkastner.com/en/artists/klodova/index.html) Have you ever wondered what it'd be like to be a [mermaid](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/salty-mermaid) and live on land, or just have a fin instead of legs? Lenka Klodová explores that world in the 'Life with a Handicap' series. Even though the series is meant to be [thought-provoking](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nonnas-cam), you can't help but laugh out loud at some of the photos -- especially the photo of the model [buying groceries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seated-mannequin). Be sure to check out the gallery for more images from Lenka Klodova. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.9/10 - Popularity: 53% | Activity: 55% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/unique) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Mermaid-inspired Photography:** Opportunities for modern photographers to explore the imagination and fantasy genre in their work, creating unique and playful art that viewers will enjoy and share. - **Inclusive Fashion:** Challenges and disrupts traditional fashion based on beauty standards by using models with unique body types and showcasing accessible fashion for people with disabilities. - **Alternative Fairy Tales:** Provides an opportunity for creative writers to reimagine classic stories with modern twists and diverse characters, enticing and engaging audiences across different platforms. ### Where This Applies - **Photography:** Incorporating new concepts and imaginative elements into photography to disrupt traditional photo shoots and produce more engaging and viral content. - **Fashion:** Opening doors for all body types and inclusive fashion by disrupting stereotypical beauty standards and promoting accessible outfits for people with disabilities. - **Publishing:** Offering new opportunities for authors to produce modern, diverse stories and fairy tales for young adults, children, and all audiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Mermaid Fashion Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mermaid-high-fashion-dolls.md) - [Adaptive Swim Prosthetics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-nimble.md) - [Sea-Inspired Mini Sculpture Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-sculptures.md) - [Unique Artistic Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amusebouche.md) - [Underwater-Created Whimsical Handbags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ariel-swipe.md) - [Mermaid-Inspired Beach Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/under-the-sea-stay.md) - [Mermaid-Inspired Makeup Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shells-jewel-collection.md) - [Beauty-Branded Film Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/art-basel-miami-beach.md) - [Color-Changing Mermaid Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mermaid-doll.md)