# Festive Oktoberfest Photography Christopher Nilson Captures Bearded Men and Beer Maidens By Vasiliki Marapas | Published 2014-10-02 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oktoberfest-photography References: [vice](http://www.vice.com/read/beer-breasts-and-broken-heroes-798) & [christiannilson](http://www.christiannilson.com/) Christopher Nilson's Oktoberfest photography goes beyond the typical drinking and debauchery you'd expect to find at the [annual folk festival](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wine-traditions), held in Munich, Bavaria, Germany. While all of those elements are definitely present, the Swedish photographer is more far more captivated by the hodge-podge of characters who attend the fair. It seems that anyone and their mother can get a kick out of Oktoberfest; the festival attracts a mix of the young and the old, not to mention different cultures and nationalities. It is the diversity, coupled with [the beer](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hofbruhaus-helles-lager), that keeps Nilson attending the event, year and after year. Ultimately, Oktoberfest is a fusion of all sorts of people, and that's what makes it interesting. Plus, everyone knows people watching is infinitely better when you're wearing beer goggles! ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.3/10 - Popularity: 45% | Activity: 77% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/stylephotography) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Diverse Attendees:** Capture the diverse mix of people who attend Oktoberfest to showcase the festival's inclusivity and appeal to a global audience. - **Beyond Debauchery:** Explore the less commonly portrayed aspects of Oktoberfest, such as the cultural aspects, traditions, and unique characters, to provide a fresh perspective on the festival. - **Yearly Tradition:** Highlight the annual nature of Oktoberfest, emphasizing the loyalty and enthusiasm of attendees who return year after year. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Photography:** Offer unique photography services that cater to capturing the diverse and lesser-known aspects of popular festivals like Oktoberfest. - **Event Planning:** Create themed events inspired by Oktoberfest that celebrate diversity, cultural traditions, and community engagement. - **Travel and Tourism:** Promote travel packages and experiences that center around attending Oktoberfest, highlighting the festival's diversity and annual appeal. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Deftly Balanced Oktoberfest Lagers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oktoberfest-lager.md) - [Non-Alcoholic Oktoberfest Beers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oktoberfest-beer.md) - [Festivities-Inspired Seasonal Lagers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oktoberfest-beer1.md) - [Oktoberfest-Inspired Restaurant Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dog-haus-oktoberfest.md) - [Sober Open-Air Establishments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beer-garden.md) - [Oktoberfest-Themed Fondue Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oktober-fonduefest-1.md) - [Festive German Fondue Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oktober-fonduefest.md) - [Midwestern Beer-Infused Sausages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oktoberfest-beer-brats.md) - [Snack-Serving Lederhosen](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snyderfest-pretzelhosen.md)