# Lonesome Traveller Photography Solitariness by Miro Simko Captures an Abstract World By Meghan Young | Published 2014-01-11 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solitariness-by-miro-simko References: [mymodernmet](http://www.mymodernmet.com/profiles/blogs/miro-simko-solitariness) & [mgcomp.sk](http://www.mgcomp.sk/ms/index.html) Being on [the road](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/travel-changed-me) can be one of two things (at least in the most general of senses), lonely or therapeutic--or perhaps even a little bit of both, which the [photo series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/still-life-1) titled Solitariness by Miro Simko appears to be. Although the [black and white images](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/epic-ai-travel-photos) gives these journeys a haunted vibe, there is also a sense of serenity and reflection. A person can lose themselves in their thoughts only to emerge on the other side a different person. Solitariness by Miro Simko may be dark, but it is just as deep. The Slovakia-based photographer, who happens to be self-taught, translates this sentiment by capturing the world in more abstract form. He explains, "Taking photos lets me play with the perception of the outside world, and allows me express some of my feelings and personal views of surrounding environment." ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.7/10 - Popularity: 72% | Activity: 30% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/stylephotography) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Abstract Photography:** The trend of abstract photography is on the rise, providing opportunities for photographers to capture the world in unique ways and to express their personal views of the environment. - **Solo Travel:** Solo travel is becoming more popular, creating opportunities for businesses to offer tailored experiences and services to solo travelers seeking to disconnect and reflect. - **Emotional Photography:** Emotional photography is gaining traction, allowing photographers to express deeper emotions and connect with their audience in a more profound way. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Photography:** The photography industry can take advantage of the trend of abstract and emotional photography, offering new tools and resources for photographers to experiment with and providing opportunities for artistic collaboration. - **Travel and Tourism:** The travel and tourism industry can cater to the growing trend of solo travel, providing unique experiences for solo travelers seeking spiritual renewal and self-reflection. - **Art and Design:** The art and design industry can leverage the trend of abstract photography, showcasing unique and innovative works of art in galleries and museums and incorporating the trend into various design projects. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [AI-Generated Poetic Photo Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emilio-alarcn.md) - [Painting-Immersive Photo Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-ground-exhibition.md) - [Blurry Abstract Photography Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/optical-allusion.md) - [Abstract Geometric Solo Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/impermanent-state-of-being.md) - [Public Art Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paul-anthony-smith.md) - [Travel Photography Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/all-within-the-detour.md) - [Photography Project Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/still-life-1.md) - [Travel-Themed Fractured Mirrors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baggage-claim-mirrors.md) - [Otherwordly Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/william-monk.md)