# Dream-Inspired Captures (UPDATE) The Martin Stranka Captures Blend Fantasy and Reality By Marriska Fernandes | Published 2012-01-11 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/martin-stranka-captures References: [mymodernmet](http://www.mymodernmet.com/profiles/blogs/capturing-a-tranquil-state-of-being) & [martinstranka](http://www.martinstranka.com/) Being able to strike the right balance between [dreams and reality](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dream-recorder) is difficult, but Martin Stranka achieves this feat with ease. This emotion-soaked series is highly intriguing, as it involves levitating individuals in a tranquil state of being. One look at this gallery will make you feel like you're reliving a slow-motion action flick, as each of the photos are quite compelling. While some images are pitch dark, others are light and dreamy. This metaphysical theme balances with the theme of dream and reality. Such creative display of emotions by the Prague-based photographer is what captures the interest of many photography-lovers. The Martin Stranka Captures are a must-see for those interested in euphoric, [emotional and perceptive photos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/still-life-1). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.5/10 - Popularity: 96% | Activity: 91% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - 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 - **Emotion-soaked Photography:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop new techniques for capturing and conveying complex emotions through photography. - **Metaphysical Themes:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the integration of abstract concepts and elements into visual storytelling in photography. - **Dream and Reality Blending:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create new ways to merge and juxtapose dreamlike and realistic elements in visual arts. ### Where This Applies - **Photography:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Revolutionize the photography industry by introducing new techniques and styles that evoke strong emotions and metaphysical concepts. - **Visual Arts:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Push the boundaries of traditional visual arts by incorporating dreamlike and surreal elements into different mediums. - **Creative Content Creation:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop innovative approaches to creating and sharing content that combines dreamlike and realistic elements, appealing to a wide range of audiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [AI-Generated Poetic Photo Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emilio-alarcn.md) - [Material-Accented Dreamscape Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dreamscape-exhibit.md) - [Summer-Inspired Photo Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/summer-dreaming-collection.md) - [AI-Generated Real-World Transformations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-generated-world.md) - [Painting-Immersive Photo Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-ground-exhibition.md) - [Surrealist Shopping Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dreams-is.md) - [Blurry Abstract Photography Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/optical-allusion.md) - [Wonderous Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/your-psychoacoustic-light-ensemble.md) - [Abstract Fantasy Home Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/abstract-fantasy-home.md)