# Frank Life Photography Megan Cullen Captures Both Whimsical and Dark Moments By Meghan Young | Published 2011-07-07 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/megan-cullen References: [lifelounge.au](http://www.lifelounge.com.au/photography/gallery/megan-cullen-photography.aspx) & [megancullenphoto](http://megancullenphoto.com/) There is something very special about Megan Cullen's [photography portfolio](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/still-life-1). She captures frank moments that give a rare glimpse into her subjects' lives. Beyond beautiful, her shots go from [whimsical and romantic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frankies-bikinis-keepsakes-collection) to dark and candid. Born in Perth, Australia, Megan Cullen now works and lives in Berlin, Germany. Although there isn't much information about the photographer herself, her work does speak volumes. Fearless, curious and full of imagination, Megan Cullen's images range from children in Cambodian slums to debaucherous party hipsters and [analog-like fashion editorials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/betterstudio) and portraits. Although Megan Cullen shoots both men and women, it appears that she has a particular soft spot for the gentler gender. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.1/10 - Popularity: 90% | Activity: 25% | 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) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Life](https://www.trendhunter.com/life) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Candid Photography:** Opportunity for businesses to create innovative photography techniques that capture natural and authentic moments. - **Whimsical Artistry:** Opportunity for businesses to explore creative and imaginative approaches in visual storytelling. - **Dark Aesthetic:** Opportunity for businesses to develop unique and unconventional photography styles that evoke a sense of mystery and intrigue. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Photography:** Opportunity for photography studios and professionals to embrace new techniques and styles in creating captivating imagery. - **Fashion:** Opportunity for fashion brands to collaborate with photographers in creating visually captivating and unconventional campaigns. - **Art & Culture:** Opportunity for artists and art institutions to explore and showcase innovative photography styles that challenge traditional norms. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [British Youth-Culture Photography Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/home-and-away.md) - [Modern Museum Solo Debuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fangirl.md) - [Unique Artistic Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amusebouche.md) - [Photography Project Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/still-life-1.md) - [Dynamic Lighting Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meld-collection.md) - [Personal Nostalgic Photo Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holy-ohio.md) - [AI-Generated Poetic Photo Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emilio-alarcn.md) - [Feminine Rebellion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/songs-of-siren.md) - [Glamorous Artful Bronze Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sweet-jane.md)