# Curious Carnival Editorials ‘Reflection' by Martin Bing is a Glimpse into the Subconsc By Amelia Roblin | Published 2010-10-25 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/relfection-by-martin-bing References: [homotography.blogspot](http://homotography.blogspot.com/2010/10/reflection-by-martin-bing.html) & [martinbing](http://www.martinbing.com/) The inner spirit takes full form in this ‘Reflection’ spread by Martin Bing. This enigmatic editorial was inspired by the [concept of self and perception](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shapes-we-take), giving rise to a realm where one can see himself just as he is. To intensify the idea and the strength of the images, Martin Bing has insisted that the [portraits captured](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glass-portraits) and the props used be entirely real, refusing to use digital manipulation for the final spreads. The photographer says that “When I [see my reflection](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/archvyli), I see a person that no one sees but me. Other people see a person, when they look at me, but I am not that person, either.” ‘Reflection’ by Martin Bing is a perplexing series of photographs from which you won’t be able to peel your eyes. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.4/10 - Popularity: 95% | Activity: 89% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% 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 - **Perception-changing Photography:** Exploring photography that challenges traditional perceptions and captures the inner spirit without digital manipulation. - **Authenticity in Editorial Photography:** Embracing the use of real portraits and props to create powerful and genuine images. - **Enigmatic Editorials:** Creating thought-provoking and mysterious spreads that captivate viewers and defy conventional narratives. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Photography:** Opportunities for photographers to push the boundaries of traditional photography and evoke emotional responses. - **Editorial Publishing:** Exploring innovative approaches in editorial photography that captivate readers and differentiate from digital content. - **Art and Design:** Blending creativity and storytelling to create visually compelling and thought-provoking art installations and exhibitions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Reflective Material Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mirroring-dialogue.md) - [Limited Reflective Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tabi-broken-mirror.md) - [Travel-Themed Fractured Mirrors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baggage-claim-mirrors.md) - [Juxtaposing Digital Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/riflessi.md) - [Dynamic Structural Mirror Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zigzag-collection.md) - [Mirrored Hall Visual Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/internamente.md) - [Optical Illusion Mirrors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hooptical.md) - [Illusion-Inspired Design Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ripples-collection.md) - [Sophisticated Copper Mirrors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/manu-ba.md)