# Distorted Object Photography Artist Robert Lazzarini Warps 3D Items into 2D Ones By Meghan Young | Published 2013-01-11 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/robert-lazzarini References: [neatorama](http://www.neatorama.com/2013/01/10/This-Image-Is-Not-Distorted/) & [robertlazzarini](http://www.robertlazzarini.com/) At first, people might think that the image captured by Robert Lazzarini, an artist based in New York City, has not been loaded properly on their computer. That is not the case at all. The photographs have been purposefully distorted by Robert Lazzarini himself. He endeavored to create a clever [two-dimensional illusion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hooptical) using [three-dimensional objects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ladder-series), or at least images of them. A play with reality, Robert Lazzarini gives the impression that the viewer is privy to some sort of [twilight zone](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-week-at-the-knees). Captured against a blank white backdrop, the objects are further made to appear as though they are floating in midair. A project that is both simple and arresting, Robert Lazzarini plays with people's perceptions to encourage them to look at the surroundings with fresh eyes. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.2/10 - Popularity: 36% | Activity: 21% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/stylephotography) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Distorted Object Photography:** Using distortion techniques in photography to create visual illusions and challenge perceptions. - **Two-dimensional Illusions:** Creating 2D illusions using 3D objects or images. - **Perception Manipulation:** Playing with people's perceptions to encourage a fresh perspective. ### Where This Applies - **Art and Design:** Exploring new artistic techniques and pushing the boundaries of visual representation. - **Photography:** Incorporating distortion techniques to create unique and captivating images. - **Advertising and Marketing:** Utilizing perception manipulation to grab attention and promote products or services. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Optical Illusion Replica Artworks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/liberty-science-center.md) - [Blurry Abstract Photography Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/optical-allusion.md) - [Illusion-Inspired Design Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ripples-collection.md) - [Painting-Immersive Photo Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-ground-exhibition.md) - [Gem-Like Sculptural Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cylindrical-lenses.md) - [Distorted Furniture Street Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/first-kiss-at-last-light.md) - [Gradient Tonal Optical Vases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stretch-color.md) - [Social Experiment Virtual Apartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uncanny-spaces.md) - [Performance Art Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bio-pop.md)