# Creepy Contrastography Opposites Attract in 'Mood Indigo' by Julia Pogodina By Andrew Robichaud | Published 2009-06-05 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mood-indigo-julia-pogodina References: [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/Gallery/Mood-Indigo/229433) & [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/nymfea) At first glance, I was a little shocked at this photo collection, but then I took a second look. Julia Pogodina’s “Mood Indigo” places a very pale, emotionless (mood-less maybe), black-and-white dressed model into very similarly [pale but lighter themed backgrounds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/between-the-lightness-and-the-darkness). She is pictured with [black and white](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ralph-pucci-pure-exhibition) as well as black and blue backgrounds. The scene lightens what originally felt like a [somber collection](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/one-by-one-1). The girl doesn’t appear miserable or dark, she appears to just *be* (something we all should try sometimes). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.9/10 - Popularity: 61% | Activity: 19% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Modern](https://www.trendhunter.com/modern) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Contrasting Colors:** Exploring the use of contrasting colors to create unique visual effects and evoke certain emotions in photography and design. - **Emotionless Aesthetic:** Adopting a minimalist and emotionless aesthetic in fashion and art to create a sense of detachment and intrigue. - **Lighter Themed Backgrounds:** Utilizing lighter themed backgrounds to bring a sense of vibrancy and playfulness to otherwise somber collections or compositions. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion Photography:** Incorporating contrasting colors and emotionless aesthetics in fashion photography to capture attention and create a unique visual experience. - **Graphic Design:** Using contrasting colors and minimalistic aesthetics in graphic design to communicate ideas and evoke specific moods or emotions. - **Art Galleries:** Showcasing artwork that features lighter themed backgrounds to create a visually striking contrast and engage viewers in a whimsical experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Delicate Monochromatic Glassware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monochromatic-glassware.md) - [Monochromatic Mystery Gelatos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/greyscale-gelato.md) - [Paper Curvature Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paper-curves.md) - [AI-Generated Poetic Photo Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emilio-alarcn.md) - [Contrasting Artful Furniture Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fluro-furniture.md) - [Monochrome Living Spaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grigio-verde.md) - [Lightness-Themed Womenswear Boutiques](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/one-by-one-1.md) - [Color Photography Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/profiles-in-color.md) - [Jet Black Dessert Concept](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/opaque-2.md)