# Personality-Rich Portraits 'Photobooth' by Zachary Proctor is a Series of 100 Eclectic Paintings By Kevin Young | Published 2012-03-26 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/photobooth-by-zachary-proctor References: [artstormer](http://artstormer.com/2011/01/27/photobooth-portrait-series-by-zachary-proctor/) & [zacharyproctor](http://www.zacharyproctor.com/) 'Photobooth' by Zachary Proctor is a collection of 100 paintings depicting all types of people in different poses. This Utah artist paints an impressive array of portraits illustrating real people, some made-up and others deceased. The collection of paintings includes people playing instruments, tennis players, Andy Warhol, Damien Hirst and many more. It's titled 'Photobooth' because of Proctor's [profile snapshots of his subjects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frames-booth). It's evident that these finished paintings are made with paint and a brush; however, the way they are painted shows off a more modern aesthetic. The backgrounds and types of borders Proctor use in these portraits share the the same effects that are offered in [Apple's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/salvador-dali-x-casetify) Photobooth program. This creates a really interesting mashup effect between [paintings and technology](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/image-painter). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.2/10 - Popularity: 55% | Activity: 34% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Technology-infused Art:** The combination of traditional paintings with modern technology and digital effects opens up opportunities for artists and innovators to explore new mediums and techniques. - **Celebrity-inspired Portraits:** The use of famous individuals in Proctor's collection highlights a growing trend of celebrity-motivated artwork and merchandise. - **Alternative Portrait Styles:** The eclectic and diverse range of subjects and styles in 'Photobooth' represents a trend towards unconventional and diverse portrait styles. ### Who This Affects Most - **Art:** Proctor's unique approach to portraiture offers art galleries, artists, and art buyers new ways to innovate and create unique pieces of artwork. - **Technology:** Incorporating the traditional art form of painting with the technology of digital effects presents new opportunities for the tech industry to collaborate with the arts. - **Marketing and Merchandising:** The use of celebrity-inspired portraits in 'Photobooth' reflects the growing trend of using well-known figures to market and sell products, making it a potential area for innovation and business growth. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Stylized Portrait Generators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/face-to-all.md) - [Color Photography Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/profiles-in-color.md) - [Public Art Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paul-anthony-smith.md) - [AI-Generated Selfies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dreambooth.md) - [AI Portrait Generators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portraitia.md) - [Travel-Inspired Canvas Paintings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-passport-series.md) - [Human Duality-Themed Abstract Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/passive-aggression.md) - [Artful Custom Mirror Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portraits-collection.md) - [AI-Generated Self-Portraits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/persona-ai.md)