# Sleeping Beauty Shoots Matthieu Sonnet Captures Soft Sensuality in Women By Meghan Young | Published 2010-11-30 | Naughty Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/matthieu-sonnet References: [whitezine](http://www.whitezine.com/en/photography/matthieu-sonnet.html) & [matthieusonnet](http://matthieusonnet.com/) As a [French photographer](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/doux-collection), I think it's safe to assume where Matthieu Sonnet was able to find his inspiration for capturing the [sensuality](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mienne) found in his portfolio. Considering that the French have long been regarded as one of the most romantic races on the face of this planet, need I elaborate? Even when shooting porn star Katsuni, Matthieu Sonnet is able to focus on her softer side rather than her raw sexuality. His work demonstrates perfectly the [importance of lighting](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/delicate-lighting) and how it can set the mood for any shoot. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.9/10 - Popularity: 100% | Activity: 100% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Naughty](https://www.trendhunter.com/naughty) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Soft Sensuality:** Exploring the trend of capturing soft sensuality in photography, offering opportunities to create intimate and emotional connections with viewers. - **Importance of Lighting:** Recognizing the trend of utilizing lighting techniques to set the mood and enhance the overall aesthetic of photography, presenting opportunities for innovative lighting solutions in various industries. - **Emphasis on Raw Sexuality:** Observing the trend of highlighting raw sexuality in photography while still maintaining a sense of softness, opening up possibilities for the adult entertainment industry to explore new approaches to erotic imagery. ### Where This Applies - **Photography:** Disruptive innovation opportunities in capturing soft sensuality and using innovative lighting techniques for various photography genres. - **Lighting:** Potential innovations in lighting technologies to create mood-enhancing effects in photography, film, and interior design. - **Adult Entertainment:** Opportunities for the adult entertainment industry to experiment with capturing raw sexuality in a softer, more artistic manner, appealing to a wider audience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Vibrant Lingerie Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lorette-springsummer-collection.md) - [Sexuality-Exploring Artful Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rude-arts-club.md) - [Summer-Inspired Photo Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/summer-dreaming-collection.md) - [Intimate Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/velvet-heat.md) - [Modern Minimalist Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-latest-summer-edit.md) - [Parisian Romance-Inspired Candle Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxury-home-fragrance.md) - [Delicate Lighting Collection Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/delicate-lighting.md) - [Raunchy Anime-Inspired Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/manuela-soto-sosa.md) - [Next-Gen Sensual Bodycare](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mienne.md)