# Coin-Op Photography Julian Hibbard's 'Street Animals NYC' Makes Me Wish I Lived on a Carousel By Michael Hines | Published 2010-03-31 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/street-animals-nyc References: [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/Gallery/Street-Animals-NYC/465798) & [julianhibbard](http://www.julianhibbard.com/) After seeing Julian Hibbard's 'Street Animals NYC,' I really want to be a [small, wide-eyed child](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fluffee-floss) again. Riding a [garishly painted animal](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keff-joons) outside of a grocery store is one of the biggest things I miss from childhood. The animals in 'Street Animals NYC' look a little scary. Maybe it's the [jet black backdrop](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/all-within-the-detour) that helps to bring out the true creepiness of these rides. All of these animals are either intensely focused or smiling creepily. I may think twice before letting my future child ride one of these. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.3/10 - Popularity: 30% | Activity: 1% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Garishly Painted Animals:** The trend of using garishly painted animals for amusement rides could disrupt the traditional carousel industry. - **Creepy-themed Rides:** The trend of creating creepy-themed amusement rides could create opportunities for unique and daring experiences in the entertainment industry. - **Nostalgic Experiences:** The trend of recreating nostalgic experiences from childhood, such as riding animal-themed rides, could disrupt the leisure and recreation industry by appealing to sentimental customers. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Amusement Rides:** The amusement ride industry could explore the use of garishly painted animals to attract customers looking for a unique and visually striking experience. - **Entertainment:** The entertainment industry could embrace the trend of creating creepy-themed rides to cater to the growing demand for unconventional and thrilling experiences. - **Leisure and Recreation:** The leisure and recreation industry could tap into the trend of providing nostalgic experiences to attract customers seeking a trip down memory lane. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Forgotten Theme-Park Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/forgotten-fantasy.md) - [Striking Urban Wildlife Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clare-allin.md) - [Public Art Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paul-anthony-smith.md) - [AI-Generated Poetic Photo Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emilio-alarcn.md) - [Statement Street Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/surreal-street-art-1.md) - [Digital City-Inspired Art Works](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grand-central-station.md) - [Spooky Charming Pet Portraits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crown-paw.md) - [AR Selfie Booths](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selfie-booth1.md) - [Painting-Immersive Photo Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-ground-exhibition.md)