# Gun Target Celebtography The Nicki Minaj XXL Editorial Shows Off Her Crazy Side By Meghan Young | Published 2010-12-18 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nicki-minaj-xxl References: [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/gallery/Nicki-Minaj-for-XXL/866060) & [juliagaldo](http://www.juliagaldo.com) The Nicki Minaj XXL magazine editorial shows off this celebrity's weapon-loving, crazy side. Of course, the crazy side is something to which the world has already become quite accustomed. Photographed by Julia Galdo and Cody Cloud, the [Nicki Minaj XXL editorial](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playboi-carti-supreme) is part of the magazine's December 2010 issue. As colorful as this [popstar](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/billie-eilish-capsule) is, the photo shoot features a [gun target backdrop](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mariemurs-judge-me-guilty), fabulous close-up portraits and a fierce attitude. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.2/10 - Popularity: 46% | Activity: 13% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Weapon-inspired Fashion Photography:** Opportunities to integrate military or gun themes in trendy photography styles. - **Controversial Celebrity Editorial Shoots:** A chance to explore provocative and conflicting concepts while featuring famous personalities. - **Colorful Close-up Portraits:** Innovating the conventional portrait styles to add vibrancy, diversity, and impact. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion and Photography:** A combination of fashion and photography with innovational themes and styles. - **Magazine Publishing:** Opportunities to introduce new editorial concepts and collaborate with high-profile personalities. - **Celebrity Promotion and Advertising:** Revolutionizing traditional celebrity photo shoots to capture unique brand awareness. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Vegan Celebrity-Inspired Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nicki-minaj-2.md) - [Body Paint Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miley-cyrus-maison-margiela.md) - [Rapper-Collab Juxtaposing Dynamic Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/something-for-thee-hotties.md) - [Creator-Backed Toy Guns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mrbeast.md) - [Nostalgic Winter Intimates Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skims-holiday-campaign.md) - [Rapper-Inspired Easter Ads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nova-starr.md) - [Anti-Gun Water Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/antigun-water-toys-jayhayspray20-promotes-change-in-societys-relationship-w.md) - [Iconic Touring Artist Makeup](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/madonnas-makeup.md) - [Extreme Plumping Glosses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nyx-big-game.md)