# Upside Headstand Photographs Caulton Morris's Non-Photoshopped Potraits Defy Gravity By Katie Pagnotta | Published 2012-11-30 | Updated 2012-12-03 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/non-photoshopped-selfportraits References: [mymodernmet](http://www.mymodernmet.com/profiles/blogs/caulton-morris-upside) & [flickr](http://www.flickr.com/people/stcm/) UK artist Caulton Morris's series titled 'Upside' is a collection of non-photoshopped [self-portraits with a twist](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/still-life-1). Caulton's portraits are absurd and endearing. He captured himself doing a [series of headstands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tiny-getaway) in the most bizarre areas. At first glance the photos seem unreal, but with closer analysis you quickly realize these are authentic shots of a man with an absurd talent to stand on his head. The photos capture Caulton upside down in a bathtub, a canoe, on a couch, holding onto a mystery girl and in several other wild predicaments. Caulton's series is lighthearted, littered with humor and totally entertaining. One great shot captures him reading a book on a chair completely upside down. The fact that this man was able to pull this photo series off is an accomplishment in itself. Caulton's non-photoshopped self-portraits are insightful and an act of sheer genius. For more of his work, check out his [website](http://www.stcm.co.uk/). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.9/10 - Popularity: 90% | Activity: 79% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Customization](https://www.trendhunter.com/customization) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Gravity-defying Photography:** There is a growing trend for non-photoshopped portraits that feature unique and creative poses that defy gravity, providing opportunities for innovative techniques and technologies in photography. - **Humorous Self-portraits:** The trend towards humorous self-portraits that showcase personal talent and creativity has the potential to provide new markets for photography services, printing, and framing companies. - **Interactive Digital Art:** The rise of interactive digital art exhibitions that allow visitors to become part of the art through physical interaction presents opportunities for artists, event organizers, and technology companies. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Photography:** The photography industry can continue to evolve its capabilities to include unique and creative photography techniques to cater to the growing demand for gravity-defying photography. - **Printing and Framing:** As the trend for humorous self-portraits continues to rise, there is an opportunity for printing and framing companies to expand their market and offer unique and personalized services. - **Technology:** The rise of interactive digital art presents opportunities for technology companies to partner with artists and event organizers to create immersive installations and experiences for visitors. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Statement Street Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/surreal-street-art-1.md) - [Warped Georgian Townhouse Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-week-at-the-knees.md) - [Distorted Furniture Street Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/first-kiss-at-last-light.md) - [Artful Suspended Fashion Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/invisible-figures.md) - [Stunning Origami Portraits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/origami-portaits.md) - [Physically Looped Canal Boats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/looptheloop-boat.md) - [Artfully Balanced Chair Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/halfway-serious.md) - [Sculptural Inverted Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-house-with-an-inverted-roof.md) - [Playful Doodle-Emblazoned Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sam-cox.md)