# Work Ethic-Inspired Still Life Productivity by Kyle Bean Explores Surreal Methods of Multitasking By Meghan Young | Published 2014-02-20 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/productivity-by-kyle-bean References: [trendland](http://trendland.com/productivity-editorial-for-fast-company-by-kyle-bean/) & [mitchpaynephotography](http://www.mitchpaynephotography.com/) Productivity by Kyle Bean, a visual composer and art director based in London, England, is a still life photo series that relates back to [work ethics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/productyve), specifically [productivity and multitasking](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bad-workflows). The imagery is hilarious and would attract anyone's attention to the accompanying article. From coffee being poured directly onto a brain to weed being rolled in a classic Post-It Note and a more complex scene of doing a million things at once, Productivity by Kyle Bean is entertaining and eye-opening. Created for Fast Company Magazine, Productivity by Kyle Bean was shot by [still life photographer](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/small-muji) Mitch Payne. As Trendland notes, "Kyle used science lab clamps and clips to create a humanoid contraption." This gives the feeling of work ethic research and experimentation. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.7/10 - Popularity: 87% | Activity: 75% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: 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 ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Multitasking Methods:** Exploring surreal methods of multitasking in work ethic-inspired still life photography presents opportunities for disrupting traditional approaches to productivity. - **Visual Representation of Work Ethics:** Using still life photography to visually represent work ethics opens up avenues for disruptive innovations in promoting productivity. - **Humorous Imagery in Productivity:** Incorporating hilarious and eye-catching imagery in discussions about productivity can disrupt traditional perspectives and engage a wider audience. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Photography:** The photography industry can leverage surreal still life photography to create disruptive visuals that challenge conventional representations of work ethics. - **Productivity Tools:** Developing productivity tools that incorporate elements of surrealism and humor can disrupt traditional approaches to work ethic and task management. - **Workplace Culture:** Reimagining workplace culture through the lens of surreal and humorous imagery can disrupt traditional work ethics and inspire innovative approaches to productivity. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Productive Desk Accessory Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yazak.md) - [Creativity Enhancing WFH Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/other-angles-collection.md) - [Work-Friendly Beers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/creative-juice.md) - [Korean Game-Inspired Desk Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playful-desk-accessories.md) - [Minimalist Clutter-Free Desk Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/parallel-work-table.md) - [Playful Productivity Tracking](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coffee-commit.md) - [Digital Productivity Desk Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/desk-accessory-concept.md) - [Miniaturized Product Art Photographs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/small-muji.md) - [Lifestyle Commentary Stool Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hipstool-series.md)