# Human Christmas Trees Magnus Pettersson Captures Images Which are Interestingly Surreal By Zoe Badley | Published 2010-08-27 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magnus-pettersson References: [beautifuldecay](http://beautifuldecay.com/2010/08/24/magnus-pettersson/) & [magnuspettersson](http://www.magnuspettersson.com/) Magnus Pettersson is an editorial photographer from Berlin that captures some of the most [incredible portraits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hughmanity). However, it's his personal portfolio that really shines through. The raw intensity that's captured in each photograph is memorizing, even if it's an [inanimate object](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wooden-sculptures-1) that's featured. Be sure to check out the gallery for more images from photographer Magnus Pettersson, and get inspired by these breathtaking works. **Implications** - With the fast-paced development of technology, many consumers are losing touch with the human element of design. A [human Christmas tree](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hmnd-01) is just one way that buyers are showing a need for this emotional connection. Companies should consider how their products bring back the human interest in order to capture attention from consumers. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.7/10 - Popularity: 64% | Activity: 38% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Human Connection Trend:** Consumers are seeking products that bring back the human interest in design and companies should consider how they can incorporate emotional connections in their products to capture attention. - **Raw Intensity Trend:** Consumers are drawn to products that capture raw intensity, and companies should consider how they can create products that evoke powerful emotions in consumers. - **Surrealism Trend:** Surrealism in product design and advertising can capture attention and imagination of consumers, and companies should consider incorporating surreal elements in their products to stand out in the market. ### Where This Applies - **Photography Industry:** Photographers can capitalize on the human connection trend by incorporating emotions in their personal portfolios to stand out in the market and draw in more clients. - **Fashion Industry:** The fashion industry can incorporate raw intensity and surreal elements in their designs to capture consumer attention and provoke powerful emotions. - **Home Decoration Industry:** Home decoration companies can incorporate human elements in their products to create a connection with consumers and make their products stand out in the market. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Illuminated Christmas Tree Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/all-lit-up.md) - [Christmas-Themed USB Keys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/psb-xmas-tree.md) - [Tree Branch-Formed Lighting Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/celestial-attraction.md) - [Plastic Bottle-Made Christmas Trees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caroline-chaptini.md) - [Biodegradable Holiday Decor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christmas-decor-collection.md) - [Recycled Wood Christmas Trees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sustainable-christmas-tree-alternative.md) - [Neon Illuminated Christmas Trees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fluorescence.md) - [Pop-Up Holiday Decor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/one-minute-christmas-trees.md) - [Pampas Grass Holiday Trees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pampas-grass-holiday-trees.md)