# Distinctive Decomposed Portraits Lucas Simoes Creates Bizzarre Portaits With Photographic Layers By Corinne Guirgis | Published 2011-05-31 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lucas-simoes References: [thisiscolossal](http://thisiscolossal.com/2011/05/lucas-simoes/) & [flickr](http://www.flickr.com/people/lucsa/) Artist and architect Lucas Simoes is based out of Sao Paolo, Brazil, and is known for his bizarrely alluring work that consists of [strange portraits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/persona-ai) featuring 10 layers of cut-out photographs. Through this use of layering, the photographs convey an almost three-dimensional feel despite their two-dimensional nature. Though initially uncomfortable to look at, these photos are still undeniably enticing and hypnotizing. The “un-portraits” break down the elements of the conventional portrait and present a [unique take on identity](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/host-exhibition) and art. Parts of the photo appear to be melting together, and Simoes explains that the images are supposed to convey a sense of continuity and unity throughout. Original in design, the visual elements of Lucas Simoes portraits are [striking and seductive](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glass-portraits). Image Source: [Today and Tomorrow](http://www.todayandtomorrow.net/2010/11/12/lucas-simoes/) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 39% | Activity: 54% | 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) > [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/unique) > [Bizarre](https://www.trendhunter.com/bizarre) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Decomposed Portraits:** Exploration of unconventional photography creates a place for new and unusual methods of artistic expression in personal storytelling. - **Layered Photography:** Expanding the possibilities of 2D images creates opportunities to blend the lines between photography, painting, and sculpture in the digital age. - **Unconventional Art Forms:** Breaking away from traditional forms of art can inspire new trends in self-expression that resonate with audiences in demanding ways. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fine Arts:** Exploring uncharted territories in fine arts through unconventional means allows for pushing boundaries and the opening of new markets in personal expression. - **Photography:** New and innovative ways to approach photography provide valuable opportunities for photographers to find future success through alternative methods of storytelling. - **Digital Media:** Incorporating unconventional techniques in digital media can help bring about new trends and fresh ideas that inspire engagement and creativity. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Modernist Artful Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/colendra.md) - [Sculptural Paper Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fragmenti.md) - [Brazilian Design Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lightness-tension.md) - [Reimagined Puzzled Artful Paintings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portrait-of-a-woman-in-a-hat.md) - [Pop Art-Style Blocked Portraits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-in-red.md) - [AI-Generated Poetic Photo Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emilio-alarcn.md) - [Digital Archetype Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christian-rex-van-minnen-1.md) - [Painting-Immersive Photo Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-ground-exhibition.md) - [Mesmerizing Sculpture Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mesmerizing-sculpture.md)