# Winged Shadow Shoots Rick Genest and Nik Thakkar Convey an Eerie Tone in the 'Projections' Series By Sophia Pelka | Published 2012-01-25 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rick-genest-and-nik-thakkar References: [nu-wproject](http://www.nu-wproject.com/2012/01/rick-genest-and-nik-thakkar-by-lefteris.html) & [homotography.blogspot](http://homotography.blogspot.com/2012/01/nik-thakkar-by-lefteris-primos.html) The Rick Genest and Nik Thakkar captures by Lefteris Primos are hauntingly sensual. The 'Projections' series by Lefteris Primos features Rick Genest projected onto a [wall-sized vinyl screen](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paul-anthony-smith). Up-and-coming model and blogger Nik Thakkar poses, seemingly encapsulated by billowing wisps of silk and the [zombie boy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cyber-zombie) himself. In one image, Thakkar is mirrored by Genest, creating an eery, ghost-like connection between the two models and the viewer. The photographer uses [harsh shadows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lightware-series) and high levels of contrast to evoke a complex duality. The technical aspect of the photography enhances the aggressively alluring characteristics of both the six-packed model and zombie man. The 'Projections' series featuring Rick Genest and Nik Thakkar is a darkly alluring treat. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 68% | Activity: 25% | 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) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Celebs](https://www.trendhunter.com/celebs) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Projection Photography:** The 'Projections' series by Lefteris Primos uses projection technology to create haunting and sensual images. - **Contrast Lighting:** The photographer utilizes high levels of contrast lighting to evoke a complex duality in the 'Projections' series. - **Model Collaborations:** The collaboration between Rick Genest and Nik Thakkar in the 'Projections' series showcases the powerful impact of two models working together. ### Where This Applies - **Photography:** The use of projection technology and contrast lighting techniques in the 'Projections' series presents opportunities for photographers to create unique and captivating images. - **Fashion:** The haunting and sensual aesthetic of the 'Projections' series featuring Rick Genest and Nik Thakkar can inspire fashion designers to explore dark and alluring themes in their collections. - **Advertising:** The 'Projections' series with its visually striking and ghost-like connection between the models and the viewer offers opportunities for advertisers to create memorable and captivating campaigns. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Artful Suspended Fashion Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/invisible-figures.md) - [Body Artwork-Inspired Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/body-tattoo.md) - [Elevated Industrial Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rick-owens-x-dr-martens.md) - [Cinematic Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alessandro-micheles.md) - [Bird Feather-Inspired Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kiss-boots.md) - [Concept Eyewear Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bouquet-collection-1.md) - [Monochrome Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jiyongkim-fw25.md) - [Three-Part Photography Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rhinoceros-gallery1.md) - [Art-Tech Zine Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/twentynine-zine.md)