# Pensive Portrait Photography The Rankin Tony Kebbell Feature for Dazed & Confused By Tiana Reid | Published 2010-08-24 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rankin-tony-kebbell References: [dazeddigital](http://www.dazeddigital.com/view/default.aspx?Category=22&ArticleID=8189&PageNum=1) & [rankin](http://www.rankin.co.uk/) The Rankin Toby Kebbell feature for the September issue of Dazed & Confused is a film, photograph series and interview. The film showcases Nottingham-born actor Kebbell first reading 'A Poison Tree' by William Blake, which is his favorite poem, and then explaining why it means so much to him. The Rankin Toby Kebbell photographs are pensive and serious, showcasing the 28-year-old's somewhat rough image in a touching and poetic light. **Implications** - People aren't always in the mood for humor or entertainment and these photos definitely provide a worthy alternative. It's so refreshing to see the natural side of celebrities and pop culture icons, reminding you that no one is perfect and that even movie stars have moments of seriousness and contemplation. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.5/10 - Popularity: 57% | Activity: 69% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Media](https://www.trendhunter.com/media) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Pensive Portrait Photography:** Pensive portrait photography offers a refreshing alternative to humor and entertainment, capturing the natural and contemplative side of celebrities and pop culture icons. ### Who This Affects Most - **Photography:** The photography industry can leverage pensive portrait photography to cater to consumers looking for a more introspective visual experience. - **Entertainment:** The entertainment industry can explore pensive portrait photography to showcase the serious and contemplative side of celebrities, adding depth and authenticity to their image. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [British Youth-Culture Photography Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/home-and-away.md) - [Redefined Masculinity Branding](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tough-guys-soft-sweaters.md) - [Artful Spikey Furniture Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chet-lo.md) - [Skateboard-Themed Photography Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rabbit-hole-1.md) - [Artistic Rum Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artists-of-the-abyss.md) - [Refined Vintage Militaristic Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-nicholson-fw25.md) - [Singer-Led Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pour-homme-and-neighborhood.md) - [Public Art Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paul-anthony-smith.md) - [Mental Health-Supporting Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-last-photo.md)