# Realistically Surreal Photography Photographer Eva O’Leary Captures the Magic in Everyday Life By Meghan Young | Published 2014-07-11 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/photographer-eva-oleary References: [fubiz.net](http://www.fubiz.net/en/2014/07/09/eva-oleary-photography/) & [evaoleary](http://evaoleary.com/) It might be contradictory, but photographer Eva O’Leary has managed to capture the surreal in the real. With a careful and insightful eye, she hones in on the [small details](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/small-muji) while, perhaps, fabricating others in order to bring a little magic into people's everyday lives. As always, such images encourage people to look around them with fresh eyes so that they can detect small special moments themselves. Hailing from Ireland and a recent graduate from the [California College of Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/regro-hair-serum), photographer Eva O’Leary shows immense range in her [ongoing series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/still-life-1) titled 'Happy Valley.' From light to dark, indoor to outdoor and everything in between, it is almost as though she has glued her camera to her hand and eye so as to never miss a moment. One would do well to follow photographer Eva O’Leary's work. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.9/10 - Popularity: 100% | Activity: 99% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Realistically Surreal Photography:** Exploring the intersection of reality and the surreal, photographers have an opportunity to capture the magic in everyday life through creative and imaginative techniques. - **Attention to Small Details:** By focusing on the small details and fabricating elements, photographers can bring a touch of magic and wonder to people's everyday lives, encouraging them to look at the world with fresh eyes. - **Range and Versatility in Photography:** Photographers like Eva O'Leary show immense range and versatility through their ability to capture both light and dark, indoor and outdoor scenes, capturing moments that are both captivating and thought-provoking. ### Where This Applies - **Photography:** Photographers have the opportunity to push the boundaries of traditional photography by merging reality with the surreal, creating unique and captivating images that resonate with viewers. - **Art and Design:** Through the use of creative techniques and storytelling, artists and designers can explore the concept of realism and surrealism, challenging traditional notions of art and creating visually stunning pieces. - **Advertising and Marketing:** Incorporating elements of realistically surreal photography into advertising and marketing campaigns can capture the attention of consumers, creating a sense of wonder and intrigue that resonates with the brand's message and values. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [AI-Generated Real-World Transformations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-generated-world.md) - [Painting-Immersive Photo Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-ground-exhibition.md) - [AI-Generated Poetic Photo Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emilio-alarcn.md) - [Statement Street Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/surreal-street-art-1.md) - [Glamorous Artful Bronze Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sweet-jane.md) - [Vibrantly Colorful Dynamic Artwork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kayla-rumpp.md) - [Artsy Surrealist Tableware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gohar-world.md) - [Personal Nostalgic Photo Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holy-ohio.md) - [Paper Curvature Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paper-curves.md)