# Modern Mirror Canvases 'Self-Portraits by Contemporary Urban Artists' Exhibition By Andrew Robichaud | Published 2009-06-09 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/self-portraits-by-contemporary-urban-artists References: [highsnobiety](http://www.highsnobiety.com/news/2009/06/08/self-portraits-by-contemporary-urban-artist-recap/) & [circleculture-gallery](http://www.circleculture-gallery.com/home/?checkEF=1) Artists have the gift of making direct accounts and portrayals of the world around us, but what happens when you ask them to portray themselves in their work? The Circleculture Gallery in Berlin just opened the new Self-Portraits by Contemporary Urban Artists exhibition. The exhibit brought contemporary artists and their self-portraits together to show the world a different view of those behind the canvas. The different portraits are wacky, eerie, soft, hard and a whole other range of thoughts and feelings. It’s quite the interesting concept, to say the least. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.4/10 - Popularity: 52% | Activity: 11% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Contemporary Self-portraits:** Opportunities for artists to experiment with new forms and styles of self-expression through their own image in modern art. - **Urban Art Exhibitions:** A new trend in the art world, providing a platform for emerging and established artists. - **The Intersection of Self and Society:** A growing interest in the exploration and representation of individual identity and its relationship to broader societal issues. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Art Galleries:** The rise of cutting-edge exhibitions and innovative artists creates opportunities for art galleries to engage new audiences and showcase fresh talent. - **Marketing and Advertising:** Brands can tap into the popularity of contemporary artists to create buzz-worthy campaigns and boost their cultural relevance. - **Fashion:** Fashion companies can collaborate with urban artists and designers to create unique, edgy collections that speak to a younger, more culturally aware audience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Juxtaposing Digital Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/riflessi.md) - [Collaborative Monochromatic Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/collaborative-monochromatic-art-exhibition.md) - [Reflective Material Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mirroring-dialogue.md) - [Artful Hanging Contemporary Mirrors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ready-to-hang.md) - [Human Duality-Themed Abstract Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/passive-aggression.md) - [Perception-Challenging Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/becoming-familiar.md) - [Painting-Immersive Photo Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-ground-exhibition.md) - [Boundless Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frameless-experience.md) - [Neo-Mexican Art Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/para-morelio.md)