# Smoking Eyeballs Scalding and Surreal Photography From Leone By Marissa Brassfield | Published 2009-06-21 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leone-smoking-eyeball References: [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/Gallery/hot-whitecold-black/249993) Fancy a set of smoking eyeballs on your lazy Sunday? How about three? This stunning photo set from Leone is both [surreal and scalding hot](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jeffrey-deitch-art-gallery). It pairs jet-black skin with bright white eyes that exude a trail of [billowing smoke](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nuvolino). For some other incredible [smoketography sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-cocktail-smoker), check out the related articles below. **Implications** - Surrealist photography is more prevalent now than ever, with technology allowing for more convincingly fantastical imagery than before. Thus, photographers and designers are looking towards whimsical photography sets to boast their skills. Surrealist photography is a particularly wise choice for a portfolio piece, as it shows an understanding of photography layout and post-production savvy that is very valuable. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.8/10 - Popularity: 68% | Activity: 69% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Modern](https://www.trendhunter.com/modern) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Surrealist Photography Sets:** Opportunity for photographers and designers to showcase creative skills with convincing fantastical imagery. - **Smoketography:** New trend in photography that can add a surreal and edgy twist to traditional portraits. - **Whimsical Photography:** Rising popularity for photography sets that showcase imaginative and dreamlike visuals. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Photography:** Opportunities for photographers to experiment with new and edgy techniques to create unique and memorable photographs. - **Art and Design:** Opportunities for designers and artists to incorporate surreal and whimsical elements into their work to create striking visuals. - **Fashion and Beauty:** Opportunities for makeup artists and stylists to collaborate with photographers to create unique and edgy beauty looks that incorporate smoketography. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Wavy Smoke Wear Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stylish-smoke-wear.md) - [Elevating Cocktail Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spirits-with-smoke.md) - [Opulent Smoking Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smoking-accessories1.md) - [Surrealist Beauty Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toiletpaper-magazine.md) - [Smokable Art Pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flower-by-edie-parker-1.md) - [Blurry Abstract Photography Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/optical-allusion.md) - [Smoky Tea Fragrances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smoky-soul.md) - [Eye-Adorned Furry Mules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eyeball-mules.md) - [Warped Dynamic New-Gen Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vern-morph-and-form.md)