# Underwater Hipster Snapshots The Submerged Photography of Kassia Meinholdt By Ryan Hinkson | Published 2010-11-24 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/photography-of-kassia-meinholdt References: [photodonuts](http://www.photodonuts.com/kassia-meinholdt) & [flickr](http://www.flickr.com/photos/kassia/) The photography of Kassia Meinholdt focuses on young, fresh-faced females with a definite hipster vibe to them. The single subject photography features bright backdrops and often employs natural light. Whether the model is deliberately posing, caught of guard listening to music in a record store or submerged underwater rocking a pair of shades, the photography of Kassia Meinholdt is sure to please. **Implications** - The interest in [hipster culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wildest-ones-yet) has been extremely evident as of late. Many designers and brands are bringing this culture to the mainstream through a variety of clothes and accessories. Even though these individuals are often parodied, there's no denying how they've inspired the comeback of styles like [wayfarer glasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/upside-down-sunglasses), plaid shirts and [vintage clothing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tyler-mcgillivary-3). Hipsters have become a new pop cultural sensation that have spawned a new style, culture and parodies in the media for consumers to enjoy. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.5/10 - Popularity: 98% | Activity: 90% | 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) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Submerged Photography:** The trend of underwater photography presents opportunities for wearable waterproof technology and new underwater camera equipment. - **Hipster-inspired Fashion:** There is a disruptive innovation opportunity for sustainable fashion brands catering to the hipster market, offering responsibly-produced and eco-friendly clothing. - **Natural Light Photography:** The trend of natural light photography opens up opportunities for camera manufacturers to develop new lenses and equipment specifically designed to optimize natural light capture. ### Where This Applies - **Wearable Technology:** The rise of underwater photography creates opportunities for wearable technology manufacturers to create waterproof devices specifically designed for photography and videography. - **Fashion:** The hipster-inspired fashion trend presents opportunities for sustainable fashion brands that offer unique and ethically-made pieces of clothing inspired by hipster culture. - **Photography Equipment:** The trend of natural light photography presents opportunities for camera manufacturers to develop new lenses and equipment specifically designed to optimize natural light capture. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Hipster Era Photography Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-cobrasnake-y2ks-archive.md) - [Streetwear Label Expansions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ksubi-unveils-kswim.md) - [Creative Photo Communities](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hipstamatic.md) - [Unique Artistic Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amusebouche.md) - [Local Hotspot Fashion Shoots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heartbeat-campaign.md) - [Image-Sharing Social Applications](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lapse-1.md) - [Subculture-Themed Generational Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wildest-ones-yet.md) - [Retro Doll-Themed Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barbie-film-camera.md) - [Summer-Inspired Photo Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/summer-dreaming-collection.md)