# Ethereal Fairy Photography The Nadia Wicker NUWA Image Series is Captured in Motion By Jana Pijak | Published 2013-06-15 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nadia-wicker-nuwa References: [inspirefirst](http://www.inspirefirst.com/2013/06/13/nuwa-nadia-wicker/) & [nadiawicker.4ormat](http://nadiawicker.4ormat.com/) The Nadia Wicker [NUWA](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nuwa-pen) image series lenses ethereal subjects in motion. Bringing a fairy inspiration to life right before our eyes, the photographer captures beautiful color combinations, [flowing garments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frankies-bikinis-keepsakes-collection) and otherworldly subject imagery. Exuding a feminine air, these [whimsical portraits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anima) remind one of supernatural themes and fairy tale inspired imagery. The Nadia Wicker NUWA photo series is both unconventional and imaginative. The artist brings a whimsical inspiration to life as she captures models mid-movement. The blurred portraits explore forms and elements that are created through fast movement and motion. Moreover, models transform into other-worldly beings and resemble woodland fairies and nymphs instead of human beings. These striking subjects appear to float within their surrounding space and exude an angelic and ethereal air. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.2/10 - Popularity: 89% | Activity: 89% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Live Arts](https://www.trendhunter.com/livearts) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Ethereal Fashion Photography:** There is an opportunity for camera manufacturers to innovate by creating specialized cameras that capture movement and ethereal imagery in fashion photography. - **Fantasy-inspired Fine Art:** There is scope for fine art galleries and artists to embrace the supernatural and fantasy themes in portraits and art installations. - **Immersive Experience Design:** There is an opportunity for experience designers to create immersive photo installations where visitors can step into a fantastical world and be part of the art. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion Photography:** There is a scope for fashion photographers to embrace ethereal and supernatural themes in advertising, editorials, and e-commerce shoots. - **Fine Art:** There is scope for fine art galleries and artists to embrace the supernatural and fantasy themes in portraits and art installations. - **Experiential Marketing:** There is an opportunity for brands to create immersive photo installations at pop-up shops and events to promote products and engage customers in a creative and memorable way. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [AI-Generated Poetic Photo Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emilio-alarcn.md) - [Fairytale-Inspired Beauty Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fairytales-collection.md) - [AI-Inspired Fantastical Bridal Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fantastical-bridal-collection.md) - [Human Nature-Themed Art Galleries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sea-im-awake.md) - [Whimsical Feminine Runway Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wild-rose-sparrow.md) - [Intricate Bridal Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heli-kalkstein.md) - [Woven Furniture Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whispers-of-the-wildwood.md) - [Ethereal Oil Lamp Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-realm-of-light.md) - [Otherworldly Wooden Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wooden-sculptures-1.md)