# Miniature Liquid Planets A Breathtaking Photo Series of Water Droplets by Markus Reugels By Rebecca Byers | Published 2012-01-20 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/markus-reugels1 References: [incrediblethings](http://www.incrediblethings.com/art-design/miniature-liquid-planets/) & [thisiscolossal](http://www.thisiscolossal.com/2012/01/miniature-liquid-worlds-by-markus-reugels/) German artist Markus Reugels uses a [high-speed camera](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moon-walker-multi-cam) to capture tiny droplets of water as they show a refraction of the background, which is usually a large satellite image. The shots would undoubtedly require impeccable timing, but seem well worth it. The droplets create an incredible [photo series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/still-life-1) that are so interesting, they seem to be helped with some kind of magical intervention. Although, the photo of Reugels' work station certainly helps us imagine what the extent of the process must be like. Markus Reugals actually takes requests that would allow you to choose whichever backdrop you would like, while he also sells prints in several sizes. While by definition [photo manipulation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ripples-collection) usually takes place during post-production editing, this interesting technique arguably offers similar results. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.7/10 - Popularity: 80% | Activity: 84% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/photography) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **High-speed Photography:** Using high-speed cameras to capture unique and mesmerizing photos, such as Markus Reugels' water droplets series, offers opportunities for creative expression and innovative visual storytelling. - **Interactive Photography:** Allowing viewers to choose backdrops for their desired photos, as Markus Reugels does, presents opportunities to personalize and engage with photography in new and exciting ways. - **Immersive Visual Experiences:** Creating photos that appear otherworldly and almost magical, like Markus Reugels' droplets series, opens doors for immersive visual experiences that captivate and inspire audiences. ### Where This Applies - **Photography:** The field of photography can explore the possibilities of high-speed photography and interactive experiences to push the boundaries of visual storytelling and customer engagement. - **Art Prints:** The art print industry can leverage the appeal of unique and mesmerizing photos, like Markus Reugels' works, to offer high-quality prints that bring immersive visual experiences into people's homes and spaces. - **Event Photography:** Event photographers can incorporate high-speed photography techniques to capture captivating and interactive moments, providing clients with unforgettable visual mementos of their special occasions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Mesmerizing Fluid Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flow-fountain.md) - [Liquid Droplet DIY Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/droplet-watch.md) - [Miniaturized Product Art Photographs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/small-muji.md) - [Miniature Spherical Replica Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-sphere.md) - [Glass Solar System Artwork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-solar-system-in-a-sphere.md) - [Motion Liquid Art Distortions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lidris.md) - [Physics-Informed Digital Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/motion-sculpture.md) - [Painting-Immersive Photo Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-ground-exhibition.md) - [Scientifically-Accurate Glass Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glass-microbiology.md)