# Dreamy Close-Up Portraits Seth Sabal Captures Raw Feminity and Innate Sultriness By Meghan Young | Published 2011-03-23 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seth-sabal References: [lifelounge.au](http://www.lifelounge.com.au/photography/news/up-close-with-seth-sabal-photography.aspx) & [sethsabal](http://www.sethsabal.com/) Something has to be said about unadorned, [close-up portraits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glass-portraits) like the ones that Seth Sabal takes. Instead of relying on colorful theatrics, elaborate backdrops and eccentric models, he focuses on camera techniques and the model's ability to let her personality shine through. Born in Spain and currently based in New York City, Seth Sabal's gorgeous [studio work](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portraius) has definitely made a name for him. His [minimalism](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-latest-summer-edit), lighting techniques and naturalness sets him apart from the rest of his fellow photographers. Seth Sabal's love for photography began when he was only 14 years old. He began working as a studio lab technician in the dark room and now shoots some of the most famous models on the planet, including Miranda Kerr. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.4/10 - Popularity: 96% | Activity: 89% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/stylephotography) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Minimalist Photography:** Opportunity for photographers to embrace minimalistic approaches, focusing on camera techniques and capturing raw essence. - **Naturalness in Portraits:** Opportunity to move away from elaborate backdrops and bring out the authentic personality of the subject in close-up portraits. - **Lighting Techniques:** Opportunity to explore innovative lighting techniques that enhance the allure and sultriness of close-up portraits. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Photography:** Photography industry can incorporate Seth Sabal's minimalistic and natural approach to capture captivating close-up portraits. - **Fashion:** Fashion industry can experiment with minimalist portraits that bring out the true essence and personality of models. - **Art:** Art industry can explore Seth Sabal's lighting techniques to create captivating and intimate close-up portraits. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [AI-Powered Portrait Studios](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-powered-portrait-studio.md) - [Painting-Immersive Photo Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-ground-exhibition.md) - [Photography Project Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/still-life-1.md) - [Feminine Rebellion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/songs-of-siren.md) - [Public Art Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paul-anthony-smith.md) - [Modern Minimalist Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-latest-summer-edit.md) - [Unretouched Photography Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dove-reimagine-beauty.md) - [Ethereal Light Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peter-kovacsy.md) - [Luxurious Ephemeral Art Galleries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sho-shibuya.md)