# Ethereal Female Portraits These Images Capture the Serene Beauty of Young Women in Nature By Ady Floyd | Published 2015-10-01 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/serene-beauty References: [fubiz.net](http://www.fubiz.net/en/2015/09/26/artistic-girl-photography-by-marta-bevacqua/) & [martabevacquaphotography](http://www.martabevacquaphotography.com/martabevacquaphotography/beauty) Photographer Marta Bevacqua captured the serene beauty of young females in this [elegant and highly feminine photography series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contemporary-femininity). Each woman is placed in a new setting while each photograph captures the face of its subjects. Each image reveals little emotion and embodies a raw and candid air. The photographs present beautiful young women in the middle of nature, behind trees or submerged in water. Oftentimes, there is only a portion of the woman’s face being shown as it is hidden behind foliage, a sheer piece of fabric or a pool of dark water. The photographer captures the [youthful innocence of the females](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unseenbeauty-initiative) while showcasing the purity, which is reflected throughout the scenery. The image set's contrast of mother nature's ancient accents and [fresh female faces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glass-portraits) creates a sense of consistency, lightness and serene beauty. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.9/10 - Popularity: 100% | Activity: 99% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/stylephotography) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Ethereal Female Photography:** Opportunity to integrate feminine elegance in marketing and media targeting young female demographics. - **Nature-inspired Photography:** Modernizing and reframing traditional nature photography, highlighting diversity in models. - **Raw and Candid Portraiture:** Promoting authenticity and individualism in personal and commercial photography. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion:** Integrating nature-inspired and whimsical elements in fashion editorials and marketing campaigns targeting young female consumers. - **Beauty:** Using raw and ethereal imagery to promote natural beauty and self-acceptance. - **Photography:** Offering new opportunities for portrait and commercial photography in the ethereal and candid style. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [AI-Generated Poetic Photo Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emilio-alarcn.md) - [Human Nature-Themed Art Galleries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sea-im-awake.md) - [Unretouched Photography Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dove-reimagine-beauty.md) - [Hand-Painted Watercolor Prints](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emma-webster.md) - [Chalk Streams Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/british-conceptual-landscape-photographer.md) - [Dreamy Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frankies-bikinis-keepsakes-collection.md) - [Nature-Celebrating Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nature-predates-man.md) - [Ethereal Light Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peter-kovacsy.md) - [Intricate Bridal Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heli-kalkstein.md)