# Twisted Beauty Portraits The Rodrigo Braga Photographic Works are Alluring and Unnerving By Sophia Pelka | Published 2012-03-13 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rodrigo-braga References: [english.mashkulture.net](http://english.mashkulture.net/2012/03/13/prismagmatic/#more-60701) & [cargocollective](http://cargocollective.com/rodrigo_maltchique/Bio-Contact) Rodrigo Braga has a masterful skill for rendering works that float in the undefined boundaries of reality and imaginary worlds. The prismatic collection is a twisted vision of desire and beauty, amplifying a dark, sinful mood. Braga's use of [naturally beautiful subjects and soft lighting](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/profiles-in-color) in combination with bizarre manipulations creates a certain uneasiness in the viewer. Beyond the bizarre, Braga uses photographic techniques to create a retro appeal to the otherworldly captures. Rodrigo Braga is a native of Pouso Alegre, Brazil. Braga studied [Visual Communication](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/richard-june) at the [University of Sao Paulo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/research-centre) and went on to be come a major artistic director of Fortune 500 companies. The artist is now based in Amsterdam. View more of his visions on his website. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.3/10 - Popularity: 71% | Activity: 80% | 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) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Twisted Beauty:** The concept of twisted beauty could be explored in the fashion and beauty industry, by creating products and campaigns that challenge traditional standards of beauty. - **Undefined Boundaries:** The idea of exploring undefined boundaries between reality and fantasy could inspire innovative products in the entertainment industry such as movies, TV shows, and video games. - **Bizarre Manipulations:** The use of bizarre manipulations in photography could be adopted in the advertising industry to create ads that stand out and capture the attention of consumers. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion and Beauty:** The fashion and beauty industry could capitalize on the concept of twisted beauty to create products and campaigns that expand their market and attract a new demographic of consumers. - **Entertainment:** The entertainment industry could draw inspiration from Rodrigo Braga's exploration of undefined boundaries to create innovative movies, TV shows, and video games that challenge traditional storytelling and captivate audiences. - **Advertising:** The advertising industry could leverage the use of bizarre manipulations in photography to create ads that are memorable and unique, ultimately helping brands stand out in a crowded market. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Stunning Origami Portraits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/origami-portaits.md) - [Surrealist Beauty Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toiletpaper-magazine.md) - [AI-Generated Poetic Photo Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emilio-alarcn.md) - [Paper Curvature Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paper-curves.md) - [Tree Branch-Formed Lighting Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/celestial-attraction.md) - [Surreal Love-Themed Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/joakim-ojanen.md) - [Blurry Abstract Photography Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/optical-allusion.md) - [Otherworldly Wooden Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wooden-sculptures-1.md) - [Brazilian Design Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lightness-tension.md)