# Simulated Disaster Photography Staged Disasters Make for Eye-Opening Pictures By Sarah St.Jules | Published 2013-07-12 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/staged-disaster-photogrpahy References: [lifelounge.au](http://www.lifelounge.com.au/photography/news/marina-gadonneix-photographs-diasters.aspx) & [wired](http://www.wired.com/rawfile/2013/06/marina-gadonneix/?viewall=true) Tragedies unfortunately happen to people all the time, and Marina Gadonneix's work thrives off of staged disasters she makes them into stunning pieces of artwork. Travelling to crime scene-replicating schools and experiencing first-hand staged disasters, Gadonneix translates those emotions into her photos. There is a mixture of awe and fear that is palpable in each picture. Some of the photos include charred remains of furniture, buildings on fire and most shockingly, a [fake dead body](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alastair-philip-wiper). Knowing that these are all staged does not help to get rid of the fear that comes with these images. The realistic quality of them is astounding, and it gives a first person perspective on what it may feel like to be present. Somehow, Gadonneix has been able to make her [disaster photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/all-within-the-detour) both beautiful and terrifying. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.8/10 - Popularity: 15% | Activity: 2% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Staged Disasters:** There is an opportunity for companies to create immersive experiences that simulate disasters, providing a unique perspective and emotional impact. - **Emotional Photography:** The use of emotional photography can be a disruptive innovation opportunity for industries such as marketing and advertising to create powerful storytelling and engage with consumers at a deeper level. - **Realistic Artwork:** Incorporating realistic artwork into various industries, such as interior design or event planning, can offer a unique and immersive experience for customers. ### Where This Applies - **Education and Training:** Crime scene-replicating schools can take advantage of staged disaster simulations to educate and train professionals in handling real-life emergencies. - **Art and Photography:** The art and photography industry can explore the use of staged disasters and emotional photography to evoke strong emotions and create thought-provoking pieces. - **Experience-based Industries:** Industries focused on providing immersive experiences, such as theme parks or escape rooms, can incorporate staged disaster simulations to offer thrilling and emotionally impactful attractions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Explosion-Damaged Sculpture Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/light-into-darkness.md) - [Apocalypse Post Pandemic Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contemporary-urban-art.md) - [Disaster-Striken New Furniture Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/future-perfect.md) - [Destructive Nature Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keita-miyazaki.md) - [Painting-Immersive Photo Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-ground-exhibition.md) - [AI-Generated Real-World Transformations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-generated-world.md) - [Dramatic Doomsday Bunker Images](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alastair-philip-wiper.md) - [AI Travel Photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/epic-ai-travel-photos.md) - [Student Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lebanese-students-design-in-conflict.md)