# Forceful Gazing Captures Nick DuPlessis' Photography Evokes Eye-Catching Strength By Emily Evans | Published 2011-08-01 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nick-duplessis References: [mymodernmet](http://www.mymodernmet.com/profiles/blogs/eye-of-the-tiger) & [nickduplessis.net](http://www.nickduplessis.net/info.html) While many photographers aim to create [eye-catching visuals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portraius), few literally do so in ways like Nick Duplessis does. Pheonix-based photographer Nick Duplessis' young, fresh perspectives help him to evoke emotion from his muses eyes in ways that audiences really respond well to. Through a look at Nick Duplessis' captures it's clear that each of the models used have strong eye-contact with the camera that really helps to convey a story. Nick Duplessis varies between his use of retro styles, skin-barring babes and piercing poses in order to create a portfolio that is both diverse and dynamic. **Implications** - Many businesses struggle with creating [product displays and advertisements](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pixelz-digital-twins) that appear memorable and believable. Through a use of direct eye-contact and a heavy focus placed upon [facial emotion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mimicphoto), companies are more likely to convey an aura of authenticity within their visual displays and marketing. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 52% | Activity: 9% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/stylephotography) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Direct Eye-contact Marketing:** The trend of using direct eye-contact in marketing to create a sense of authenticity and memorability, as seen in Nick Duplessis' photography. - **Emotional Storytelling Photography:** The trend of using photography to tell emotional stories through strong eye-contact and facial expressions, as demonstrated by Nick Duplessis' work. - **Dynamic Portfolio Creation:** The trend of creating diverse and dynamic portfolios that showcase a range of styles and techniques, as exemplified by Nick Duplessis' use of retro styles, skin-baring babes, and piercing poses. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Marketing and Advertising:** Opportunities for companies to create authentic and memorable visual displays and marketing through the use of direct eye-contact and emotional storytelling. - **Photography:** Opportunities for photographers to experiment with direct eye-contact and emotional storytelling to create dynamic and memorable portfolios like Nick Duplessis' work. - **Fashion and Beauty:** Opportunities for fashion and beauty companies to use direct eye-contact and emotional storytelling in their product displays and advertisements to convey authenticity and emotional connection with customers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Revived Modular Photo Booths](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frames-booth.md) - [Raw Metal Design Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nick-valentijn.md) - [AI-Powered Lifestyle Photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nextech3dai.md) - [Refined Vintage Militaristic Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-nicholson-fw25.md) - [Visual Email Newsletters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/visual-email-newsletters.md) - [Art-Infused Workwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nepenthes-capsule.md) - [Spectral Painting-Inspired Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thomme-collection.md) - [AI-Powered Fashion Photography Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/betterstudio.md) - [AI-Powered Photography Studios](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aipowered-photography-studio.md)