# Unconventional Portraits Aaron Dunn's 'Studies on Narcissism' Features Masks & Funny Faces By Cowbag | Published 2009-03-14 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studies-in-narcissism-photography-of-aaron-dunn References: [therealaarondunn](http://www.therealaarondunn.com/main.php) The work of Canadian artist Aaron Dunn is really appealing to me, so expect to see a lot more of him soon. I will start off with his [series of photographs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/still-life-1) called [studies in narcissism](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shapes-we-take). Narcissism is encompassed by vanity, conceit, egotism, or simple selfishness; this collection is more than a little random. Models are photographed wearing Darth Vader masks, bunny heads and even [gas masks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/masquerade-mask-1) in this collection, which all in all is pretty brilliant. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.5/10 - Popularity: 62% | Activity: 35% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Modern](https://www.trendhunter.com/modern) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Unconventional Portraits:** Exploring unconventional ways to capture and depict the human form through the use of masks and funny faces in portrait photography. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Photography:** Opportunity for photographers and studios to offer unique and creative portrait sessions by incorporating unconventional elements like masks and funny faces. - **Art:** Artists can experiment with unconventional techniques and subject matter to create thought-provoking and visually striking pieces that challenge traditional notions of portraiture. - **Fashion:** Fashion designers and brands can collaborate with photographers to create innovative campaigns featuring unconventional portrait styles and incorporate unique accessories such as masks and headgear. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Warped Dynamic New-Gen Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vern-morph-and-form.md) - [Emotive Inflatable Masks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lian-mask.md) - [Artful Custom Mirror Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portraits-collection.md) - [Surreal Love-Themed Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/joakim-ojanen.md) - [Abstract Geometric Solo Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/impermanent-state-of-being.md) - [Apocalypse Post Pandemic Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contemporary-urban-art.md) - [AI-Generated Poetic Photo Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emilio-alarcn.md) - [Stunning Origami Portraits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/origami-portaits.md) - [AI-Generated Self-Portraits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/persona-ai.md)