# Surreal Gothic Shoots The Monika Jelinska CONTROL Photo Series Features an Evil Theme By Meghan Young | Published 2011-03-31 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monika-jelinska-control References: [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/gallery/CONTROL/1184879) & [monikajelinska](http://www.monikajelinska.com) The dark, [Gothic edge](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gothic-revival) that the Monika Jelinska CONTROL photo series embraces is definitely something that will entice its viewers. Instead of simply relying on moody imagery, it features a surreal element that takes it to an almost [nightmarish, fairytale-like level](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/canva-spotlights). As though focusing on the evil witch or the stepmother often seen in fables, the Monika Jelinska CONTROL photo series is full of smoke and mirrors. The setting of the Monika Jelinska CONTROL photo series features just a minimal black backdrop, allowing the viewer to focus on the [fantastic styling, makeup and hair](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/il-pranzo-campaign) within the shoot. The theatrics within this series is definitely over the top, considering the vapor and foggy elements seen throughout the editorial. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.0/10 - Popularity: 56% | Activity: 57% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Gothic Fashion:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in creating clothing and accessories inspired by dark, surreal and theatrical elements. - **Fantasy Photography:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in using surreal and fairytale-like elements to create visually captivating images. - **Minimalistic Backdrops:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in creating versatile and customizable backdrops that enhance the focus on styling, makeup, and hair in photo shoots. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion Industry:** The fashion industry can explore new possibilities in designing gothic-inspired clothing and accessories for unique styling options. - **Photography Industry:** Photographers can experiment with incorporating fantasy and surreal elements in their work to create visually striking and captivating images. - **Backdrop Industry:** Companies specializing in backdrops can develop innovative designs that allow for easy customization and flexibility to suit various creative needs in photo shoots. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Monochrome Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jiyongkim-fw25.md) - [Mock Social Good Fashion Ads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/not-models-own.md) - [Dark Collab Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/midnightblack-collection.md) - [Gothic Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gothic-revival.md) - [Feminine Rebellion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/songs-of-siren.md) - [AI-Generated Poetic Photo Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emilio-alarcn.md) - [Comedy Horror Cosmetics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nyx-cosmetics-x-wednesday.md) - [Comedic Horror Cosmetics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nyx-x-beetlejuice.md) - [Gothic Footwear Capsule](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wednesday-capsule.md)