# Artistic Self-Portraits Photographer 'Anxiety Explosion' Chose Herself as her Latest Subject By Ryan Hinkson | Published 2010-11-15 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/photographer-anxiety-explosion References: [inkbutter](http://inkbutter.com/self-portraits-by-anxiety-explosion) & [flickr](http://www.flickr.com/photos/misantropica/) Photographer Anxiety Explosion has decided to put herself in front of her own camera as the subject of this photoshoot. These amazing shots turned out so well that the bespectacled, tattooed artist may even want to consider a career in modeling. The artist plays with color and lighting, making each image more intriguing as no two pictures are the same. There is an unrivaled intimacy achieved by photographer Anxiety Explosion willingness to expose herself in this manner. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.7/10 - Popularity: 100% | Activity: 94% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## 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 - **Self-portraiture:** The trend of artists using themselves as subjects in their own photographs opens up opportunities for self-expression and exploring new artistic concepts. - **Intimate Photography:** The trend of photographers creating intimate and personal images, like Anxiety Explosion's self-portraits, presents opportunities for storytelling and emotional connections with viewers. - **Exploration of Identity:** The trend of artists using self-portraits to explore and express their own identity creates opportunities for self-reflection and challenging societal norms. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Photography:** The photography industry can benefit from the trend of photographers using self-portraits to push creative boundaries and create unique and personal narratives. - **Fashion and Modeling:** The fashion and modeling industry may find new talent and creative concepts by embracing the trend of artists like Anxiety Explosion exploring self-expression through self-portraits. - **Art and Fine Art Photography:** The art and fine art photography industry can embrace the trend of artists using self-portraits to create thought-provoking and visually captivating artworks that challenge traditional notions of portraiture. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [AI-Powered Portrait Studios](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-powered-portrait-studio.md) - [Raunchy Anime-Inspired Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/manuela-soto-sosa.md) - [Mesmerizing Sculpture Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mesmerizing-sculpture.md) - [Boundary-Pushing Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/briony-douglas-1.md) - [AI-Generated Self-Portraits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/persona-ai.md) - [AI-Generated Poetic Photo Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emilio-alarcn.md) - [AI-Generated Selfies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dreambooth.md) - [Unique Artistic Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amusebouche.md) - [Human Duality-Themed Abstract Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/passive-aggression.md)