# Fantastical Grayscale Photography Patrick Gonzales is a Dreamer with a Surreal Vision By Meghan Young | Published 2012-08-15 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/patrick-gonzales References: [mymodernmet](http://www.mymodernmet.com/profiles/blogs/patrick-gonzales-photography) & [patrickgonzales.net](http://www.patrickgonzales.net/) The fantastical photography of Patrick Gonzales will take people on a stupendous journey through the mind of a dreamer. With the quality of [fine art paintings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anima), his images span the [surreal](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jeffrey-deitch-art-gallery) for an experience that will have people wondering if they have fallen through a rabbit hole. Rendered entirely in black and white, Patrick Gonzales' photography is mysteriously captivating. From the grassy boat ride to the cloud painter, it is almost as though Patrick Gonzales has discovered a whole new way of life. The vintage feel of each image also makes it appear as though these magical occurrences could have been as natural as breathing back in the day. Patrick Gonzales' photos revolve around themes of childhood, fantasy and art. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.2/10 - Popularity: 90% | Activity: 88% | 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Grayscale Photography:** Exploring the potential of using grayscale photography as a unique and captivating artistic medium. - **Surreal Art:** Recognizing the growing interest in surreal artwork and its ability to transport viewers into imaginative and dreamlike realms. - **Vintage Aesthetic:** Embracing the timeless appeal of vintage aesthetics in contemporary photography and art for a nostalgic and whimsical experience. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Art and Photography:** Discovering new opportunities in the art and photography industry to leverage grayscale photography and surreal art techniques for captivating and unique creations. - **Fine Art Printing:** Recognizing the market potential for producing high-quality prints of grayscale photography and surreal art for art collectors and enthusiasts. - **Digital Art Platforms:** Exploring the integration of grayscale photography and surreal artwork on digital art platforms as a way to attract and engage online audiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Painting-Immersive Photo Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-ground-exhibition.md) - [AI-Generated Real-World Transformations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-generated-world.md) - [Otherwordly Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/william-monk.md) - [AI-Generated Poetic Photo Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emilio-alarcn.md) - [Photographer-Collab Card Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artiste-series.md) - [Public Art Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paul-anthony-smith.md) - [Color Photography Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/profiles-in-color.md) - [Otherworldly Wooden Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wooden-sculptures-1.md) - [Blurry Abstract Photography Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/optical-allusion.md)